Abstract
Accidental ingestion of pemoline by a 23-month-old girl caused hyperactivity, tachycardia, hypertension and an epileptic fit. The toxicity of pemoline in accidental poisoning should be considered when prescribing this drug for children.
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David, T., Vale, A. Pemoline poisoning. Arch Toxicol 48, 205–207 (1981). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00310489
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00310489