@article{ref1,
title="Pediatric poisoning from over-the-counter imidazoline-containing products",
journal="Annals of emergency medicine",
year="1991",
author="Higgins, G. L. and Campbell, B. and Wallace, K. and Talbot, S.",
volume="20",
number="6",
pages="655-658",
abstract="We present two instructive cases of imidazoline poisoning in young children. Imidazoline decongestants, readily available in numerous non-prescription preparations, can rapidly produce toxicity from oral ingestion and topical application. Signs and symptoms depend on whether peripheral or central alpha 2-adrenergic receptor stimulation predominates. Timely diagnosis depends on a high index of suspicion and careful questioning about the availability of these over-the-counter products. Standard toxicologic management will prevent significant morbidity. No specific antidote exists.",
language="",
issn="0196-0644",
doi="",
url="http://dx.doi.org/"
}