Daffodil (Narcissus): A popular spring flower, which grows from a bulb. Flowers are white or yellow.
Is it toxic?: All parts of the plant contain the alkaloid lycorine but the highest concentration is in the bulb. If ingested, may cause irritation to the gastrointestinal tract with symptoms of nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Symptoms usually subside within 4 hours but may last up to 24 hours. The bulb also contains calcium oxalate crystals, which can cause irritation to the mouth and throat.
Health Effects:
Ingestion: Possible nausea, vomiting, abdominal discomfort and diarrhea. Symptoms usually start within 60 minutes and last about 4 hours. May last up to 24 hours when large amounts are ingested. Ingestion of the bulb may cause a burning sensation or irritation to the mouth and throat. Ingestion of water holding cut flowers can also result in abdominal discomfort and vomiting.
What to do:
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Rinse out mouth and drink a glass of water or milk. If vomiting or diarrhea occurs ensure a good fluid intake to avoid dehydration.
If symptoms persist after the above first aid measures contact the Poison Control Centre.
How can I prevent exposure? Keep out of reach of young children.
Need more information: Call the Poison Control Centre.
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FAQs
If someone may have been poisoned, call the toll-free Poison Help line (1‑800‑222‑1222), which connects you to your local poison center, to speak with a poison expert right away. This expert can give you advice on first aid and may save you from a visit to the emergency room.
Who should you call if a person has been exposed to poisons? ›
Call Poison Help at 800-222-1222 in the United States or your regional poison control center in the following situations: The person is stable and has no symptoms. The person is going to be transported to the local emergency department.
Which one is poison information resources? ›
In India, the National Poisons Information Centre (NPIC) was established in February, 1995 in the Department of Pharmacology at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi. The centre gives toxicological information and advice on the management of poisoned patients adapted to the level of the enquirer.
What are the 3 types of poison? ›
In regard to poisoning, chemicals can be divided into three broad groups: agricultural and industrial chemicals, drugs and health care products, and biological poisons—i.e., plant and animal sources. These three groups, along with a fourth category, radiation, are discussed below.
What are 3 items that can cause a person to be poisoned? ›
Common poisons include:
- Alcohol.
- Berries and Seeds.
- Carbon Monoxide.
- Food Poisoning.
- Hazardous Chemicals.
- Herbal Supplements.
- Household Products.
- Inhalants.
diarrhoea. stomach pain. drowsiness, dizziness or weakness. high temperature.
What are the 4 different types of poisoning? ›
Types of poisons
Poisons can be swallowed, absorbed through the skin, injected, inhaled or splashed into the eyes.
How do you get poison out of your body? ›
Hospital treatment
- activated charcoal – sometimes used to treat someone who's been poisoned; the charcoal binds to the poison and stops it being further absorbed into the blood.
- antidotes – these are substances that either prevent the poison from working or reverse its effects.
Poisons are classified by such uses as pesticides, household products, pharmaceuticals, organic solvents, drugs of abuse, or industrial chemicals.
What are the four most common routes of exposure to poisons? ›
There are four major routes by which a chemical may enter the body:
- Inhalation (breathing)
- Skin (or eye) contact.
- Swallowing (ingestion or eating)
- Injection.
Types of common household poison
These include bleach, toilet and drain cleaner, polishes and waxes, all-purpose cleaners, dish soap and laundry detergent. Laundry detergent pods can be especially dangerous for children.
Which poison Cannot be detected? ›
Thallium is tasteless and odorless and has been used by murderers as a difficult to detect poison.
What is a Class 3 poison? ›
Toxicity class III
"Harmful if swallowed", "May be harmful if absorbed through the skin", "May be harmful if inhaled", or "May irritate eyes, nose, throat, and skin" Class III materials are estimated to be fatal to an adult human at some dose in excess of 30 grams.
How do you prove someone is poisoning you? ›
How is A Body Tested for Poisons
- Blood: Blood is the first specimen that is usually collected to detect the concentration of toxicants in the bloodstream. ...
- Urine: More than forensic testing (after death), urine is used for testing at the workplace since urine is not always available post-death.
Cyanide sometimes is described as having a “bitter almond” smell, but it does not always give off an odor, and not everyone can detect this odor. Cyanide is also known by the military designations AC (for hydrogen cyanide) and CK (for cyanogen chloride).
How long does poison last in the body? ›
You may recover in a few days … or not
Most of the time, food poisoning will pass within 12 hours to 48 hours in healthy people. That's how long it takes for a healthy body to purge most foodborne infections. But your length of illness can vary based on several factors.
What part of the body does poisoning affect? ›
Poisoning can affect the body in different ways, from minor discomfort to long-term organ damage. Lead poisoning, for example, can lead to permanent brain and kidney damage. A caustic or chemical poison can burn the throat and stomach and lead to scarring.
How do I report someone trying to poison me? ›
Anywhere in the country, when people call 1-800-222-1222, they are connected immediately to their poison center.
What do I do if I suspect someone is poisoning me? ›
Call 1-800-222-1222 to consult your poison control center. If you suspect a life- or limb-threatening illness, call 911 for emergency medical treatment.
What is the first step in any case of suspected poisoning? ›
Take off any clothing the poison touched. Rinse skin with running water for 15 to 20 minutes. Call the toll-free Poison Help line (1-800-222-1222), which connects you to your local poison center.
General symptoms of poisoning can include:
- feeling and being sick.
- diarrhoea.
- stomach pain.
- drowsiness, dizziness or weakness.
- high temperature.
- chills (shivering)
- loss of appetite.
- headache.
