Myristica oil poisoning (Nutmeg oil)

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Myristica oil poisoning

Alternate Names : Nutmeg oil

Definition

Myristica oil is a clear liquid that smells like the spice nutmeg. Myristica oil poisoning occurs when someone swallows this substance.

This is for information only and not for use in the treatment or management of an actual poison exposure. If you have an exposure, you should call your local emergency number (such as 911) or the National Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222.

Poisonous Ingredient

Myristica oil (Myristica fragrans), which comes from the seed of a nutmeg.

Where Found

Aromatherapy products
Mace
Nutmeg

Note: This list may not include all sources of myristica oil.

Symptoms & Signs

Airways and lungs
- Chest pain
Eyes, ears, nose, and throat
- Double vision
- Dry mouth
- Eye irritation
Gastrointestinal
- Abdominal pain
- Dehydration
- Nausea
Heart and blood
- Convulsions
- Rapid heartbeat
Nervous system
- Agitation
- Anxiety
- Brief euphoria (feeling of being drunk)
- Convulsions
- Delirium
- Drowsiness
- Hallucinations
- Headache
- Light-headedness
- Seizures
- Tremors
Skin
- Flushing

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Myristica oil poisoning : Symptoms & Signs
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Myristica oil poisoning : Poison Control, or a Local Emergency Number
Myristica oil poisoning : What to Expect at the Emergency Room
Myristica oil poisoning : Prognosis (Expectations)
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Review Date : 2/9/2010
Reviewed By : Jacob L. Heller, MD, MHA, Emergency Medicine, Virginia Mason Medical Center, Seattle, Washington. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

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