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Quick Summary:

• Pokeweed (botanical name Phytolacca americana) is a toxic herbaceous plant that is native to North America. The fruits of the plant may resemble a bunch of grapes
• Pokeweed Poisoning is the accidental or intentional intake of the plant or plant product containing the compound. All parts of this plant are poisonous, but most of the toxicity is confined to its roots
• The condition is diagnosed based upon the clinical history, combination of signs and symptoms, and additional tests (that may include, in some cases, radiological studies and laboratory tests)

Note:

• In case of an emergency, call 911 (or your local emergency number) for assistance
• In case of poisoning, call National Poison Control Center at 800-222-1222 (or your local poison control center) and follow instructions
• Provide them with information such as dosage, type, strength and time of ingestion of medication, age, weight and general health status of affected individual

What are some Useful Resources for Additional Information on Pigeon Berry Poisoning?

National Capital Poison Center (USA)
3201 New Mexico Ave, Suite 310 Washington, DC 20016
Administrative Line: (202) 362-3867
Emergency Line: 1 (800) 222-1222
Fax: (202) 362-8377
Email: pc@poison.org
Website: http://www.poison.org

American Association of Poison Control Centers (USA)
515 King St., Suite 510, Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: (703) 894-1858
Email: info@aapcc.org
Website: http://www.aapcc.org

References and Information Sources used for Pigeon Berry Poisoning:

https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002874.htm (accessed on 09/29/2017)

https://naturespoisons.com/2015/08/06/pokeweed-my-backyard-poison/ (accessed on 09/29/2017)

http://www.poison.org/articles/2012-aug/pokeberries-and-grapes-look-alike (accessed on 09/29/2017)

https://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm253338.htm (accessed on 09/29/2017)

Helpful Peer-Reviewed Medical Articles for Pigeon Berry Poisoning:

Jeong, D. K., Moon, H. J., Lee, J. W., Park, S. H., Lee, H. J., Seol, S. W., ... & Kim, J. W. (2012). Clinical Features of Pokeweed Intoxication Experienced in a University Hospital. Journal of the Korean Society of Clinical Toxicology, 10(2), 86-90.

Bronstein, A. C., Spyker, D. A., Cantilena, L. R., Green, J. L., Rumack, B. H., & Dart, R. C. (2011). 2010 annual report of the American Association of Poison Control Centers’ National Poison data system (NPDS): 28th annual report. Clinical Toxicology, 49(10), 910-941.

Valle, E., Vergnano, D., & Nebbia, C. (2016). Suspected Pokeweed (Phytolacca americanal.) Poisoning as the Cause of Progressive Cachexia in a Shetland Pony. Journal of Equine Veterinary Science, 42, 82-87.

Petersen, D. D. (2011). Common plant toxicology: A comparison of national and Southwest Ohio data trends on plant poisonings in the 21st century. Toxicology and applied pharmacology, 254(2), 148-153.

Rahman, M. M., Abdullah, R. B., & Wan Khadijah, W. E. (2013). A review of oxalate poisoning in domestic animals: tolerance and performance aspects. Journal of animal physiology and animal nutrition, 97(4), 605-614.