Symptoma

Conium Maculatum Poisoning

Presently he felt him again and said that when it reached the heart, Socrates would be gone. [ucl.ac.uk]

Involucral bracts are absent below the primary umbel in water hemlock but are present in poison hemlock. Both species have bracts (involucel) below the secondary umbel (umbellet). [iowaplants.com]

(Wetland indicator code: FACW) New England Distribution and Conservation Status Distribution Connecticut present Maine present Massachusetts present New Hampshire present Rhode Island present Vermont present Conservation Status Exact status definitions [gobotany.newenglandwild.org]

The Image Collection web site presents photographs and information for the vascular plants, macrofungi, and lichenized fungi of Washington state. [biology.burke.washington.edu]

  • Nausea

    The plant is not likely to be eaten, but even making a blow-pipe from its hollow stem has resulted in burning lips and nausea. [luontoportti.com]

    Toxic alkaloids in poison-hemlock affect the nervous system, causing such symptoms as a burning sensation in the mouth, nausea, vomiting, confusion, rapid heartbeat, seizures, and paralysis. Death is by respiratory paralysis. There is no antidote. [foodsafetynews.com]

    Using a rat model, Uwai et al showed that cicutoxin is an antagonist of GABA-mediated chloride channels. [7] Cicutoxin rapidly produces GI symptoms (nausea, emesis, abdominal pain) typically within 60 minutes of ingestion. [emedicine.medscape.com]

    In Plato’s ‘Phaedo’ the fictionalised account of Socrates’ death there is no mention of nausea and vomiting. It may be that whilst the plant material is emetic juice obtained from squeezing the stalks does not have this effect. [thepoisongarden.co.uk]

    These sorrel formulations may cause nausea or vomiting when taken with the prescription drugs metronidazole (Flagyl ) or disulfiram (Antabuse ). Avoid if pregnant or breastfeeding. [livingnaturally.com]

  • Vomiting

    "cup of hemlock" once used by early Greeks for capital punishment Poison Delivery Mode: Ingestion Symptoms: Salivation, vomiting, diarrhea, muscular weakness, paralysis, nervousness, trembling, dilation of pupils, weak pulse, convulsions, coma Toxic [plants.ces.ncsu.edu]

    There is no mention of the vomiting which ingestion of the plant itself is, generally, said to cause. [thepoisongarden.co.uk]

    Toxic alkaloids in poison-hemlock affect the nervous system, causing such symptoms as a burning sensation in the mouth, nausea, vomiting, confusion, rapid heartbeat, seizures, and paralysis. Death is by respiratory paralysis. There is no antidote. [foodsafetynews.com]

    These sorrel formulations may cause nausea or vomiting when taken with the prescription drugs metronidazole (Flagyl ) or disulfiram (Antabuse ). Avoid if pregnant or breastfeeding. [livingnaturally.com]

  • Diarrhea

    "cup of hemlock" once used by early Greeks for capital punishment Poison Delivery Mode: Ingestion Symptoms: Salivation, vomiting, diarrhea, muscular weakness, paralysis, nervousness, trembling, dilation of pupils, weak pulse, convulsions, coma Toxic [plants.ces.ncsu.edu]

    Avoid with diarrhea or high or low blood pressure. Avoid taking pomegranate fruit husk with oil or fats to treat parasites. Pomegranate root/stem bark should only be used under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. [livingnaturally.com]

  • Abdominal Pain

    Using a rat model, Uwai et al showed that cicutoxin is an antagonist of GABA-mediated chloride channels. [7] Cicutoxin rapidly produces GI symptoms (nausea, emesis, abdominal pain) typically within 60 minutes of ingestion. [emedicine.medscape.com]

  • Weak Pulse

    "cup of hemlock" once used by early Greeks for capital punishment Poison Delivery Mode: Ingestion Symptoms: Salivation, vomiting, diarrhea, muscular weakness, paralysis, nervousness, trembling, dilation of pupils, weak pulse, convulsions, coma Toxic [plants.ces.ncsu.edu]

    Symptoms of toxicity include: nervous trembling, salivation, pupil dilation, rapid, weak pulse, and eventually leading to coma or death. If you suspect toxicity from poison hemlock, call Minnesota Poison Control System immediately at 1-800-222-1222. [mda.state.mn.us]

  • Tachycardia

    Nicotine activation at autonomic ganglia can cause tachycardia, salivation, mydriasis, and diaphoresis. In severe cases, acetylcholine (nicotinic) receptor antagonism develops. [emedicine.medscape.com]

  • Seizure

    CNS excitation leads to tremor and seizures, often refractory to therapy. [emedicine.medscape.com]

    Toxic alkaloids in poison-hemlock affect the nervous system, causing such symptoms as a burning sensation in the mouth, nausea, vomiting, confusion, rapid heartbeat, seizures, and paralysis. Death is by respiratory paralysis. There is no antidote. [foodsafetynews.com]

    Avoid with a history of seizures, bleeding disorders, eating disorders (such as anorexia or bulimia), or anemia (low levels of iron). Avoid if pregnant or breastfeeding. [livingnaturally.com]

  • Headache

    Use cautiously with headache, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), or if fair-skinned. Avoid if pregnant or breastfeeding. Black tea : Black tea is made from the dried leaves of Camellia sinensis, a perennial evergreen shrub. [livingnaturally.com]

Spring treatments of rosettes should be timed well in advance of flowering and follow-up treatments may be necessary for several years to exhaust the seedbank. [mda.state.mn.us]

Treatment Self treatment : Most simple boils can be treated at home. Ideally, the treatment should begin as soon as a boil is noticed. Early treatment may prevent later complications. [livingnaturally.com]

It is still used externally, usually in ointments and oils, in the treatment of mastitis, malignant tumours (especially breast cancer) anal fissure and haemorrhoids[238]. [pfaf.org]

Total of all treatments must not exceed 8.5 quarts/a of Roundup Pro Concentrate or 1,600 plants/a. [pnwhandbooks.org]

They also used poison hemlock medicinally as a treatment for ulcers, tumors, and gout. (4) References 1. USDA, NRCS. 2004. The PLANTS Database, Version 3.5 (). National Plant Data Center, Baton Rouge, LA 70874-4490 USA. 2. [jan.ucc.nau.edu]

A single bite of the root, which contains the highest concentration of cicutoxin, has been reported to kill an adult. [6] Epidemiology Frequency United States No human deaths from hemlock ingestion have been reported to US Poison Control Centers during [emedicine.medscape.com]

Fatal toxicity has occurred in children who played with whistles made from hollow stems of poison hemlock. [2, 3] Although related, poison hemlock and water hemlock toxicity have different pathophysiologies and clinical presentations. [emedicine.medscape.com]

Prevention and management Effective management must prevent seed production and exhaust the seedbank. Mow before seed set to prevent movement of seed to new locations. Clean equipment, clothing, and shoes after moving through an infestation. [mda.state.mn.us]

Cooperative Prevention and Suppression Projects are provided with Federal cost share and technical assistance to protect private, State, and Federal lands from the impacts of insect and disease agents. An example of this is the gypsy moth. [na.fs.fed.us]

To prevent contact poisoning, wear gloves, eye protection, a mask, and other protective clothing when removing poison-hemlock and surrounding soil. [foodsafetynews.com]

Prevent the establishment of this species by eliminating seed production and maintaining healthy native plant communities. Additional Resources: Weeds BC Sannich Invasive Plant Alert [coastalisc.com]

Tea tree oil : Tea tree oil is purported to have antiseptic properties, and has been used traditionally to prevent and treat infections. [livingnaturally.com]