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A detailed autopsy report from the New York medical examiner's office revealed that Heath Ledger died from a combination of six prescription drugs.
- Drugs in his system: Oxycodone, Vicodin (hydrocodone), , Valium (Diazepam), Restoril (Temazepam), Xanax (Alprazolam), doxylamine
- No illegal drugs reported found
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- The New York Times: Heath Ledgers Death Is Ruled an Accident (February 6, 2008)
- Kim Ledger: "While no medications were taken in excess, we learned today the combination of doctor-prescribed drugs proved lethal for our boy. Heath's accidental death serves as a caution to the hidden dangers of combining prescription medication, even at low dosage."
- The New York Times: Ledger Died of Accidental Overdose (February 6, 2008)
- "'Mr. Heath Ledger died as the result of acute intoxication by the combined effects of oxycodone, hydrocodone, diazepam, temazepam, alprazolam and doxylamine,' medical examiner's spokeswoman Ellen Borakove said in a news release."
- Reuters: Heath Ledger cause of death seen in 10 to 14 days (January 23, 2008)
- "The autopsy was finished and the cause of death for Mr. Ledger will be pending further study. We have to do additional testing and investigation. It's going to be about 10 days to two weeks."
- FOXNews.com: Heath Ledger Autopsy Results 'Inconclusive' (January 23, 2008)
- There was no obvious indication of suicide or foul play, said NYPD spokesman Paul Browne, who added that cops are "investigating the possibility of an overdose."
- ABC News: Ledger's family awaits autopsy result (January 23, 2008)
- Herald Sun: Heath Ledger dies battling drugs and depression (January 23, 2008)
- People.com: Initial Ledger Autopsy Proves Inconclusive (January 23, 2008)
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Heath Ledger's autopsy is inconclusive.(Wire National)(The actor's cause of death may not be known for several days): An article from: The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR) - $9.95
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View All Heath Ledger Autopsy Questions (34) | Ask a QuestionDoes anyone have the video King Rat that Heath Ledger was in before his death? (1 Answer)It hasn't been released yet. The video is for an upcoming single by Modest Mouse. http://www.nydailynews.com/gossip/2009/03/19/2009-03-19_heath_ledgers_modest_mouse_king_rat_musi.html read moreWhat do you think of this Modest Mouse video directed by Heath Ledger? (5 Answers)I love the video and all the indie/retro animation. I also love the message that is being presented. I would like even if it wasn't directed by Heath Ledger, but ... read moreI also would like to know why Heath Ledger AND Brad Renfro were left out of the Memorial Reel? (2 Answers)Like Ledger, Brad Renfro died before last year's Oscar ceremony. However, Renfro was not included in last year's memorial reel. They had this to say about it when fans demanded ... read moreWas that guy putting on that goffy makeup/under what Budget!? really Heath Ledger or just someone who looked like him. (1 Answer)It wasn't Heath Ledger, just I guy who looked like him. read more
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