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Is It Safe To Sleep After Overdose Of Heroin?

i was wondering about heroin overdose, a friend of mine did a really big shot about 8 hours ago never fell asleep but def. way over did it and is now kinda scared to go to sleep his pupils have gotten alil bigger no discolouration of toungue, lips, or finger nails. he has a bad headache is still high and very drowsy. is it ok for him to sleep?
Wed, 4 Jun 2014
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Hello and welcome to Healthcare Magic. Thanks for your query.

I understand that you are concerned about your friend who has had an overdose of heroin. You have mentioned that he is already having signs of an overdose such as dilated pupils, drowsiness, etc. In such a situation, the best thing to do is to seek urgent medical attention.

Heroin overdose can sometimes be dangerous and life-threatening. So, it is better not to take any chances. Please take him to the nearest ER as early as possible.

Wish you all the best.

Regards,
Dr. Jonas Sundarakumar
Consultant Psychiatrist
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Is It Safe To Sleep After Overdose Of Heroin?

Hello and welcome to Healthcare Magic. Thanks for your query. I understand that you are concerned about your friend who has had an overdose of heroin. You have mentioned that he is already having signs of an overdose such as dilated pupils, drowsiness, etc. In such a situation, the best thing to do is to seek urgent medical attention. Heroin overdose can sometimes be dangerous and life-threatening. So, it is better not to take any chances. Please take him to the nearest ER as early as possible. Wish you all the best. Regards, Dr. Jonas Sundarakumar Consultant Psychiatrist