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Abrus Precatorius (Jequirity).
Our materia medica mentions its use in ophthamology and skin mainly in Epitelioma,Lupus,ulcers and Granular lids.
The symptoms from Poisoning by the seeds are as below
Abrin (and Ricin) cause toxicity by inhibition of protein synthesis.
May possibly cause severe allergic reactions.
Skin - Potential for allergic skin reaction; redness, blisters, pain.
Eyes - Tearing, swelling of the eyelids, pain, redness, corneal injury.
INGESTION -
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EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
Severe vomiting and diarrhea may result in severe dehydration (hypovolaemic-shock) and multisystem organ failure: effects on GI tract, kidney, liver, and pancreas.
Comment
Other Ethnobotanical uses of Abrus Precatorius are -
Decoction of roots and leaves is given for cough and cold. Roots are diuretic and emetic. Paste of seeds applied locally in sciatica, stiffness of shoulder joints and paralysis.
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