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Warning-sign checks

Contac overdose: when to get help

Go through these in order and stop at the first one that applies. If you are reading this for someone else, answer for them.

  1. 1

    Is any of this happening now?

    Call 911

    Call emergency services now if the person:

    • Is unconscious, collapsing, or difficult to wake
    • Has trouble breathing or has stopped breathing
    • Has a seizure
    • Has severe agitation, hallucinations, or confusion
    • Develops chest pain or a very irregular heartbeat
    • Has a high temperature with muscle stiffness
    • Took the medicine intentionally or may harm themselves

    And for anyone, someone who:

    • is unconscious, or cannot be woken
    • you believe has taken an overdose or swallowed something poisonous
    Other emergency signs, for anyone
    • Someone who is struggling to breathe, gasping, choking, or cannot get words out
    • Someone who has chest pain, tightness or pressure lasting more than a few minutes
    • Someone who has sudden weakness or drooping on one side of the face or body, slurred speech, or sudden confusion
    • Someone who is bleeding heavily and it will not stop with firm pressure
    • Someone who has had a seizure that will not stop, or does not wake up afterwards
    • Someone who has lips or skin that look pale, blue, grey or blotchy
  2. 2

    Is any of this happening?

    Be seen today

    Contact a poison center immediately after any suspected Contac overdose, even if there are no symptoms.

    This includes taking more than directed, taking an uncertain amount, or combining products that may share an ingredient.

    Seek urgent reassessment if vomiting, abdominal pain, yellow skin or eyes, confusion, fainting, or breathing problems develop.

  3. 3

    Does any of this apply?

    Book an appointment

    After discharge, complete recommended follow-up for repeat liver tests, persistent symptoms, medication review, or mental health support.

    And for anyone, someone who:

    • is having side effects from a medicine, or is struggling to take it as prescribed

The article also says

Do not drive yourself if you are drowsy, confused, faint, or very agitated.

Bring the package and any other medicines that may have been taken.

Every sign above is quoted from the sofidex article on Contac overdose. If you are not sure, err upward — it is always reasonable to be checked.