If I attempt to OD on F and DON'T die, do I risk permanent damage?

[orangepotato]

I'm afraid of not actually ODing and waking up with brain damage or something, then I might not be able to ctb again. Is this a real risk?

 

[peacefulhorizons]

short answer: absolutely

opiods aren't very neuroprotective in events of hypoxia

 

[exhausteduntreatable]

Yes, unfortunately. I have seen this first hand. Damage to the brain, eyes, kidneys, liver, digestive system, etc. All possible. It's why failed overdoses are so terrible in addition to the possibility of a forced stay in a psych ward and other consequences. Oftentimes intervention happens quite quickly (the person backs out) and serious long-term damage is prevented though.