ICD-Code T44.3: Poisoning: Other parasympatholytics [anticholinergics and antimuscarinics] and spasmolytics, not elsewhere classified
You have a poisoning caused by a medication from the group parasympatholytics and spasmolytics.
Parasympatholytics and antispasmodics are used to treat a variety of conditions, including dilating the pupils or treating muscle spasms.
A drug can cause poisoning if, for example, too much of it is taken. The drug may also be administered or taken by mistake.
Poisoning by a medication from the group of parasympatholytics and spasmolytics can cause a dry mouth. Your heart may also beat more quickly than it normally does. Your body temperature may rise. Additionally, it can lead to digestive problems. You might also experience tremors or movement difficulties. You might see things that are not really there.
Additional indicator
On medical documents, the ICD code is often appended by letters that indicate the diagnostic certainty or the affected side of the body.
- G: Confirmed diagnosis
- V: Tentative diagnosis
- Z: Condition after
- A: Excluded diagnosis
- L: Left
- R: Right
- B: Both sides
Note
This information is not intended for self-diagnosis and does not replace professional medical advice from a doctor. If you find an ICD code on a personal medical document, please also note the additional indicator used for diagnostic confidence.Your doctor will assist you with any health-related questions and explain the ICD diagnosis code to you in a direct consultation if necessary.
Source
The explanation of the ICD code was provided by the non-profit organization “Was hab’ ich?” gemeinnützige GmbH on behalf of the Federal Ministry of Health (BMG).