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How do you treat deadly nightshade poisoning?

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17 апр. 2012 г. · Atropa Belladonna is a poisonous plant also called deadly nightshade. Its roots, leaves and fruits contain alkaloids: atropine, .


How is nightshade poisoning treated?

The treatment is mainly symptomatic including gastrointestinal decontamination with activated charcoal. In severe cases, physostigmine can be used as an antidote.

What is the antidote for deadly nightshade?

The antidote for belladonna poisoning is an anticholinesterase (such as physostigmine) or a cholinomimetic (such as pilocarpine), the same as for atropine. Atropa belladonna is also toxic to many domestic animals, causing narcosis and paralysis.

How long does nightshade poisoning last?

Symptoms last for 1 to 3 days and may require a hospital stay. Death is unlikely. DO NOT touch or eat any unfamiliar plant. Wash your hands after working in the garden or walking in the woods.

What happens if you ingest deadly nightshade?

Although the berries might be the most tempting part of Deadly nightshade, all parts of this plant are poisonous if ingested. It causes a range of symptoms including blurred vision, a rash, headaches, slurred speech, hallucinations, convulsions and eventually death.

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