Abstract
We present a case of acute nutmeg poisoning in a 16-year-old youth who had ingested the substance for recreational purposes. He developed a number of neurological symptoms and signs along with non-specific electrocardiographic changes and anti-cholinergic-type symptoms. We describe the pharmacology of nutmeg and its constituents, discuss its metabolism, and make recommendations about the management of nutmeg poisoning. Emergency staff should be aware of the effects of nutmeg, which may present in marijuana users who seek alternative substances.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 240-241 |
| Number of pages | 2 |
| Journal | European Journal of Emergency Medicine |
| Volume | 11 |
| Issue number | 4 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Aug 2004 |
| Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus Subject Areas
- Emergency Medicine
Keywords
- Acute nutmeg poisoning
- Keywords
- Myristicin fragrans
- Nutmeg
- Acute Disease
- Emergency Service, Hospital
- Substance-Related Disorders/complications
- Humans
- Adolescent
- Male
- Myristica/chemistry
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