At home, many common drugs can pose a serious threat to health if overdosed, and even lead to coma or death. The following are some types of drugs that require special attention and potential risks： ###️Category of high-risk drugs 1. ** Antipyretic analgesics** -**Acetaminophen (paracetamol)**: Overdose can lead to acute liver failure. The initial symptoms may not be obvious, but they may worsen rapidly within 24-72 hours. -**Aspirin**: Excessive use can cause metabolic acidosis, cerebral edema, or respiratory failure. 2. **Antidepressants** -**Tricycle antidepressants (such as amitriptyline)**: Overdose may cause arrhythmia, seizures, or coma. -**SSRI (such as Fluoxetine)**: Overdose may be associated with “serotonin syndrome”, manifested as high fever and convulsions. 3. **Sedatives/sleeping pills** -**Benzodiazepines (such as diazepam)**: Large doses can inhibit the respiratory center, especially when combined with other sedatives (such as alcohol), the risk is doubled. 4. **Antihypertensive drugs and cardiovascular drugs** - **beta blockers (such as Metoprolol)**: Overdose leads to severe hypotension, bradycardia and even cardiac arrest. - **Calcium channel blockers (such as nifedipine)**: Overdose may cause cardiogenic shock. 5. **Hypoglycemic drugs** -**Insulin or sulfonuras (such as Gliben urea)**: Overdose leads to hypoglycemic coma, which can be fatal if left untreated. 6. **Other common risk drugs** -**Antihistamines (such as diphenhydramine)**: Extremely high doses may cause hallucinations, epilepsy, or arrhythmias. -**Cold medicines containing pseudoephedrine**: Overdose may cause a hypertensive crisis or arrhythmia. --- ###️Safety advice -**Strictly follow the dosage instructions**: Even over-the-counter drugs, overdose can be fatal. -**Be wary of the synergistic effects of drugs**: Such as alcohol + sleeping pills, the risk of respiratory depression will be greatly increased. -**Safe storage**: Keep the medicine out of the reach of children to avoid taking it by mistake. -**Emergency treatment**: When an overdose is suspected, **Immediately call the emergency number (China: 120)**, and keep the drug packaging for the doctor's reference. --- ###❤️ Mental health support If you or others have extreme thoughts due to emotional distress, remember： **Life is precious, and asking for help is a sign of bravery** -You can call the psychological assistance hotline： **China Psychological Crisis Intervention Hotline: 010-82951332** **Hope 24 hotline: 400-161-9995** Please properly manage family medicines. Safety always comes first.