What is the lethal dose of nicotine for adult humans?
According to the cited reference, “0.5-1.0 mg/kg can be lethal doses for adults.”
Kamble A, Khairkar P, Kalantri SP, Babhulkar S. Fatal Suicidal Attempt by Deliberate Ingestion of Nicotine-containing Solution in Childhood-onset Depression Mediated through Internet Suicide Guideline: A Case Report. Indian J Crit Care Med. 2020;24(8):719-721. doi:10.5005/jp-journals-10071-23524
Contributed by Ryan Munch, MD Candidate
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