<s>[INST] I was wondering about the long term effects of benzodiazepine poisoning in a person who already has near end stage cirrhosis due to hep c? Also have insulin dependent diabetes. five feet nine inches, female, 175 lbs. Was given medicine while in a psychiatric hospital, where i was then sent to local er for poisoning. [/INST] Hi, It can be a life-threatening condition. Since benzodiazepines are metabolized and eliminated from the liver, if given to patients having end stage liver disease, they get accumulated in the body producing toxic effects which can be at times life-threatening. Benzodiazepine toxicity can cause difficulty in breathing, bluish fingernails and lips, disorientation, confusion, profound Chat Doctor.  Since this is a medical emergency, so she should be treated in the hospital. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care  </s>