Poisoning by the use of Datura leaves in a homemade toothpaste

Abstract

Datura stramonium and related species are relatively common causes of atropine-like poisoning by ingestion or inhalation. Toxic absorption after mucosal application is evident in 24 h of atropinism sustained by a woman who used a toothpaste mixed with the leaves and flowers of Datura sp., table salt, vinegar and an alcoholic beverage.