Neem oil poisoning: Case report of an adult with toxic encephalopathy

JOURNAL TITLE: Indian Journal of Critical Care Medicine

Author
1. Nikhil Dave
2. Ajay Mishra
ISSN
0972-5229
DOI
10.4103/0972-5229.120330
Volume
17
Issue
5
Publishing Year
2013
Pages
2
Author Affiliations
    1. Department of Medicine, Pramukhswami Medical College, Karamsad, India
    1. Department of Medicine, Pramukhswami Medical College, Karamsad, India
  • Article keywords
    Neem oil, poisoning, toxic encephalopathy

    Abstract

    Neem oil has widespread use in Indian subcontinent due to its many bioactive properties. Azadirachtin, an active ingredient, is implicated in causing the effects seen in neem oil poisoning. Neem oil poisoning is rare in adults. This report highlights the toxicity associated with neem oil poisoning in an elderly male. The patient presented with vomiting, seizures, metabolic acidosis, and toxic encephalopathy. The patient recovered completely with symptomatic treatment.

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