Poisoning by skeletal muscle relaxants

This code signifies an adverse effect resulting from the ingestion, exposure, or administration of skeletal muscle relaxants, whether accidental or intentional. It encompasses toxic reactions, overdose, or other harmful effects caused by these medications. The patient presents with symptoms directly attributable to the pharmacological action or toxicity of the muscle relaxant.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates a patient's condition is due to poisoning by a skeletal muscle relaxant. This includes scenarios such as accidental overdose, intentional self-harm via medication, or adverse reactions to prescribed doses that manifest as toxic effects. Supporting documentation should detail the substance involved and the resulting clinical presentation.

• Always sequence this poisoning code first, followed by codes for all manifestations of the poisoning.
• Do not use this code for adverse effects of correctly administered drugs; instead, refer to codes in the E930-E949 range.
• Specify the intent of the poisoning (e.g., accidental, intentional self-harm, undetermined) using an E-code from the E850-E869 or E950-E989 series.