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E S Dickstein, F W Kunkel

    The American Journal of Medicine
    |July 1, 1980
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    Herbal teas can cause toxic reactions. A man experienced cardiac glycoside toxicity after unknowingly consuming foxglove tea, highlighting risks of popular herbal remedies.

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    Area of Science:

    • Toxicology
    • Ethnobotany
    • Cardiology

    Background:

    • Herbal tea consumption is increasingly popular.
    • Many plants possess inherent toxicity.
    • Accidental poisoning from herbal remedies is a growing concern.

    Observation:

    • A healthy individual developed cardiac glycoside toxicity.
    • The toxicity was linked to the unwitting consumption of foxglove (Digitalis) tea.
    • Foxglove contains potent cardiac glycosides.

    Findings:

    • Ingestion of foxglove tea can lead to severe cardiac toxicity.
    • Cardiac glycoside poisoning presents a significant health risk.
    • Misidentification of plants used in herbal preparations is common.

    Implications:

    • Physicians must be aware of potential herbal tea toxicity.
    • Increased vigilance is needed for diagnosing poisoning from unconventional sources.
    • Public education on safe herbal practices is crucial.