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[Triazolam (Halcion) poisoning].

A Steentoft1, K Worm

  • 1Københavns Universitet, Retskemisk Institut.

Ugeskrift for Laeger
|February 11, 1991
PubMed
Summary

Potent benzodiazepines like triazolam are linked to fatal poisonings, challenging their "safe" reputation. Six fatalities in Denmark showed elevated triazolam blood levels, particularly when combined with ethanol.

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Area of Science:

  • Forensic Toxicology
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Benzodiazepines were historically considered safe in fatal poisonings.
  • The introduction of potent benzodiazepines, such as triazolam, has raised concerns.