Rhubarb leaves poisoning
Alternate Names : Rheum officinale poisoning
Definition
Rhubarb leaves poisoning occurs when someone eats pieces of leaves from the rhubarb plant. 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
- Anthraquinone glycosides (possible)
- Oxalic acid
Where Found
The leaves (leaf blade) of the rhubarb plant; the stalk can be eaten.
Symptoms & Signs
- Breathing difficulty
- Burning in the mouth
- Burning in the throat
- Coma
- Diarrhea
- Eye pain
- Kidney stones
- Nausea
- Red-colored urine
- Seizures
- Stomach pain
- Vomiting
- Weakness
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