What is the primary risk associated with the administration of Physostigmine in an undifferentiated overdose?
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Correct answer: It can cause seizures or cardiac arrest in TCA co-ingestion
Physostigmine is used for pure anticholinergic toxicity, but it can be dangerous if the patient has also ingested drugs that delay cardiac conduction. In such cases, it can cause asystole or seizures.
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