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Theophylline fatalities

C L Winek, J D Bricker, W D Collom

    Forensic Science International
    |May 1, 1980
    PubMed
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    Acute theophylline overdose can be fatal. Ingesting theophylline in amounts over 100 times the normal therapeutic range led to fatal outcomes in two patients.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pharmacology
    • Toxicology
    • Clinical Medicine

    Background:

    • Theophylline is a medication used to treat respiratory diseases.
    • Therapeutic drug monitoring is crucial for managing theophylline dosage.
    • Overdose can lead to severe toxicity.

    Observation:

    • Two cases of acute theophylline ingestion are presented.
    • Patients presented with blood theophylline concentrations exceeding 100 times the accepted therapeutic range.
    • Both cases resulted in fatalities.

    Findings:

    • Acute theophylline overdose at extremely high concentrations is lethal.
    • Theophylline toxicity can rapidly progress to fatal outcomes.
    • Severe overdose necessitates immediate medical intervention.

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    Implications:

    • Highlights the critical danger of massive theophylline overdose.
    • Emphasizes the importance of strict adherence to prescribed dosages.
    • Informs emergency treatment protocols for severe theophylline toxicity.
    • Underscores the need for public awareness regarding safe medication use.