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Jimsonweed

Alternative Names: Angel's trumpet; Devil's weed; Thorn apple; Tolguacha Home Treatment: Do not induce vomiting unless instructed to do so by Poison Control or by a physician. Contact Poison Control Center for appropriate treatment. Text Continues Below Before Calling Emergency: Determine the following information: the patient's age, weight, and condition the name of the plant the time it was swallowed the amount swallowed Poison Control, or a local emergency number: They will instruct you if it is necessary to take the patient to the hospital. See Poison Control centers for telephone numbers and addresses. Bring the plant with you to the emergency room. What to expect at the emergency room: Some or all of the following procedures may be performed: activated charcoal and a laxative may be administered induce vomiting gastric lavage medications given to counteract the effects of the toxins cool water sponge bath to decrease fever monitor vital signs Expectations (prognosis): The prognosis (probable outcome) Possible outcome depends on the amount consumed, the age of the individual, and the time elapsed prior to proper medical care being administered. Symptoms last for 1-3 days and usually require hospitalization. Death is unlikely.

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