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An accidental emamectin benzoate poisoning in child: A case report

Gopal Kumar Yadav1, Dipesh Kumar Rohita2, Krishna Chandra Mandal3

  • 1Department of Internal Medicine Kalaiya District Hospital Bara Nepal.

Clinical Case Reports
|July 28, 2022
PubMed

Insights

Accidental Emamectin Benzoate poisoning in a child caused nausea, vomiting, and confusion. Prompt gastric lavage and supportive care led to full symptom recovery.

Area of Science:

  • Toxicology
  • Pediatric Medicine
  • Emergency Medicine

Background:

  • Emamectin Benzoate is an insecticide commonly used in agriculture.
  • Accidental poisoning in children, though rare, requires prompt medical intervention.

Observation:

  • A six-year-old child presented with acute symptoms including nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and confusion following accidental Emamectin Benzoate ingestion.
  • Clinical presentation indicated significant systemic toxicity.

Findings:

  • Vigorous gastric lavage with saline, activated charcoal, and coconut oil was performed.
  • Supportive medical treatment was administered to manage the toxic effects.

Implications:

  • This case highlights the importance of immediate and appropriate medical management for Emamectin Benzoate poisoning in pediatric patients.
  • Effective decontamination and supportive care can lead to complete recovery, underscoring successful treatment protocols for pesticide-related emergencies.

Keywords:
4′‐deoxy‐4′‐epi‐methyl‐amino benzoate saltchildemamectin benzoatepoisoningtreatment

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