A rare case report of Strychnos nux-vomica poisoning with bradycardia
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A rare case of strychnine poisoning by consumption of Strychnos nux- vomica leaves
Strychnine is one of the oldest poisons known to man. The source of this potent toxin is the Strychnos nux-vomica plant, which actually contains two distinct alkaloidsstrychnine and brucine. Although principally found in the seeds, these alkaloids can be isolated in varying concentrations from virtually all parts of the plant including the bark, leaves and roots[1]. Once consumed, strychnine pr...
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عنوان ژورنال: Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care
سال: 2017
ISSN: 2249-4863
DOI: 10.4103/2249-4863.222036