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What is deadly nightshade
Characteristics of deadly nightshade
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Scientific noun: Atropa belladonna L.
Common noun: Deadly nightshade
Family: Nightshade family- Solanaceae.
Habitat: In mountain woods, humid and dark.
Alkaloids: Atropine (C17 H 23O3 N) and hyoscyamine
Active parts: The hyoscyamine in the whole plant and the atropine in the root.
PROPERTIES OF BELLADONNA
Medicinal uses of belladonna
- Remedies with Belladonna: It has been traditionally used to combat stomach cramps, epilepsy and asthma.
- Medicines with belladonna: components of this plant are used to make medicines used in ophthalmologic examinations,
Given the toxicity of this plant it should not be used in home remedies
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Belladonna toxicity
Belladonna toxicity is very high. Many people, especially children, have been poisoned by eating its bright fruit.
Symptoms of belladonna poisoning
The main symptoms of belladonna poisoning include:
- Pupil dilation
- Dry mouth and skin,
- Hallucinations
- Tremors
- Paralysis and coma.
Medical treatment of belladonna poisoning
- Stomach rinsing
- Heart stimulants
- Emetics.
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