Drug overdose

Have you ever eaten too many candies or cookies and felt very sick? That's a bit like what happens when someone takes too much medicine or drugs. When someone takes too much of a drug, their body can't handle it and it can make them very sick or even cause them to die.

Just like how our bodies can only handle a certain amount of candy or cookies before getting sick, our bodies can only handle a certain amount of drugs before getting sick. This is called an overdose.

An overdose happens when someone takes too much medicine or drugs, or when they mix different drugs that shouldn't be mixed together. When someone overdoses, their body can't handle all the drugs and it starts to shut down. This can cause them to have trouble breathing, their heart can stop beating, and they can lose consciousness or even die.

It's very important to always listen to a doctor or trusted adult when taking medicine or to never take drugs that aren't yours. Drugs can be dangerous and it's always best to stay safe and healthy. If you see someone who you think might have overdosed, it's important to tell a grownup right away so they can get the help they need.