ICD-Code T44.4: Poisoning: Predominantly alpha-adrenoreceptor agonists, not elsewhere classified
You have a poisoning caused by alpha-agonists.
Alpha-agonists have multiple medical uses, including as eye drops and nasal drops. These substances also include epinephrine, dobutamine, and norepinephrine. These substances are used to treat severe cardiovascular problems, among other conditions.
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 alpha-agonists can cause nausea and vomiting. It can also lead to irregular heartbeats. Your blood pressure can rise significantly. You might also experience breathing problems and lose consciousness.
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).