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Cartap Hydrochloride Poisoning.

Kimmin Kalyaniwala1, Kpp Abhilash2, Peter John Victor3

  • 1Senior House Surgeon.

The Journal of the Association of Physicians of India
|October 21, 2016
PubMed
Summary

Cartap hydrochloride, a nereistoxin insecticide, is increasingly used for self-harm in India. A patient with poisoning recovered fully after mechanical ventilation, highlighting the need for awareness.

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Area of Science:

  • Toxicology
  • Environmental Health
  • Neuroscience

Background:

  • Cartap hydrochloride is a nereistoxin insecticide.
  • It is increasingly used for deliberate self-harm in India.
  • Poisoning can lead to neuromuscular weakness and respiratory failure.

Observation:

  • A case of 4% Cartap hydrochloride poisoning is reported.
  • The patient required mechanical ventilation for 36 hours.
  • The patient recovered without neurological deficits.

Findings:

  • Cartap hydrochloride poisoning can cause severe neuromuscular weakness and respiratory compromise.
  • Prompt medical intervention, including mechanical ventilation, can lead to full recovery.
  • Literature on Cartap hydrochloride poisoning is reviewed.

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Implications:

  • Increased awareness of Cartap hydrochloride toxicity is crucial for healthcare providers in India.
  • Early recognition and management of poisoning can prevent fatal outcomes.
  • Further research into the toxicological profile and treatment of Cartap hydrochloride poisoning is warranted.