title: [Hemineurine: an always present hazard in children].
abstract: Chlormethiazole, a hypnotic and sedative drug that selectively inhibits the cerebral cortex is occasionally used in status epilepticus in children. A child aged 18 months is described who developed toxic side effects. This drug, given as an alcoholic solution is highly toxic if used inappropriately.
mesh_terms: D000435:Alcoholic Intoxication / Q000209:etiology; D002719:Chlormethiazole / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects*; D003128:Coma / Q000139:chemically induced*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D007275:Injections, Intravenous
chemical_list: D002719:Chlormethiazole
vernacular_title: L'hémineurine: un danger toujours present chez l'enfant.