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100 1 _aAwsiter, John,
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245 1 3 _aAn Essay on the Effects of Opium. Considered as a Poison
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2016
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2016-07-09
508 _aProduced by readbueno and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"An Essay on the Effects of Opium. Considered as a Poison" by John Awsiter is a scientific publication written in the mid-18th century. The book explores the toxicological effects of opium, primarily focusing on its hazardous potential when consumed in large quantities, alongside methods for its mitigation and treatment. The author aims to provide insights into this complex subject, which had not received adequate attention in his time. In this essay, Awsiter argues that while opium can provide relief from pain and anxiety, its misuse can lead to severe and fatal consequences. The text details the physiological reactions that can occur following opium ingestion, including symptoms ranging from drowsiness to convulsions and even death. Awsiter also critiques the existing literature on the subject, presenting his own observations and experiences, and culminates in outlining a series of remedies and preventative measures meant to counteract opium poisoning. Through the meticulous documentation of its effects and treatment methodologies, Awsiter seeks to arm both physicians and the public with knowledge necessary for the preservation of life in cases of opium overdose. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aOpium -- Toxicology
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52541
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