Intoxication of datura stramonium: Case report Datura stramonium intoksikasyonu

KUŞ A., Baykara N., Hoşten T., Solak M.

SENDROM, cilt.18, sa.12, ss.88-91, 2006 (Scopus) identifier

  • Yayın Türü: Makale / Tam Makale
  • Cilt numarası: 18 Sayı: 12
  • Basım Tarihi: 2006
  • Dergi Adı: SENDROM
  • Derginin Tarandığı İndeksler: Scopus
  • Sayfa Sayıları: ss.88-91
  • Kocaeli Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet

Özet

Datura stramonium, is a member of the belladonna alkoloid family and used as a pain killer and in the treatment of asthma by people in the country. However, Datura stramonium may cause intoxication due to it's high anticholinergic content. Manifestations of Datura stramonium intoxication include dry mocous membranes, blurred vision, photophobia, hyperthermia, confusion, agitation, urinary retension, seizures and coma. Treatment consist of supportive care, gastrointestinal decontamination, and physostigmine in severe cases.