Stimulant drugs: Signs of overdose and how to respond 

Dos and don’ts 

While you wait for emergency help, here are a few more first aid essentials for a stimulant overdose: 

• Do NOT give the person anything to eat or drink, or try to induce vomiting. 
• If confused or panicking, try to reassure them. 
• If overheating, try to cool them down by loosening outer clothing or putting a wet towel on the back of the neck or under their arms. 
• If muscle spasms or seizures occur, remove anything from the immediate environment that might cause injury. 
• If you can’t get a response or the person is unconscious, put them in the recovery position.