What is a common effect of excessive dosing of anesthetics?

Excessive dosing of anesthetics can lead to various adverse effects on the central nervous system, one of which is the potential for seizures. High levels of anesthetics can cause the brain to become overly stimulated or destabilized, resulting in neurological disturbances such as seizures. This phenomenon occurs because many anesthetics act on neurotransmitter systems which can inhibit or excessively activate neural pathways.

In contrast to this, other responses such as improved coordination, increased energy, or hyperactivity are not associated with excessive anesthetic dosing. Anesthetics are designed to induce calm, sedation, or other depolarizing effects, which manifests as decreased neuron excitability and overall lower levels of activity in the nervous system. Therefore, improper dosage can lead to serious complications, and recognizing seizure activity as a possible outcome of overdose is crucial in clinical practice.