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These agents irreversibly inhibit acetylcholinesterase, leading to cholinergic overstimulation. A subgroup of these compounds, alkyl phosphates\u2014originally developed as nerve agents such as tabun, sarin and soman\u2014has been increasingly implicated in intentional ingestions. Diagnosis can be challenging, particularly in the absence of classic cholinergic features such as bradycardia, bronchorrhea and miosis. We present a case of a male patient in his early 20s who was admitted to the intensive care unit with impaired consciousness, respiratory failure, tachycardia and severe metabolic acidosis following ingestion of unidentified substances. Imaging revealed chemical gastritis and aspiration pneumonia. A profoundly reduced serum cholinesterase level prompted empiric initiation of obidoxime therapy. Admission toxicology was positive for amphetamines, plausibly explaining the patient's atypical tachycardia and attenuation of classical cholinergic signs. 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