SCILLITOXIN Meaning and
Definition
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Scillitoxin is a term that refers to a natural neurotoxin produced by certain species of plants in the Scilla genus, particularly the Scilla maritima (commonly known as the sea squill) and Scilla autumnalis (commonly known as the autumn squill).
This toxin is primarily found in the plant's bulb and stems, and it is most concentrated during the flowering period. Scillitoxin is known to have a variety of toxic effects on the nervous system, particularly affecting the heart and respiratory system.
Exposure to scillitoxin can result in symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and shortness of breath. In more severe cases, it can lead to cardiac arrhythmias, muscle weakness, convulsions, and even coma. The toxic effects of scillitoxin are primarily attributed to its ability to inhibit the activity of certain enzymes involved in normal nerve signaling and muscle contraction.
Due to its toxicity, scillitoxin is often regarded as a dangerous substance and should be handled with caution. Contact or ingestion of plants containing this neurotoxin should be avoided, especially by children and pets. In case of accidental exposure or ingestion, immediate medical attention should be sought. Treatment typically involves supportive care, such as the administration of activated charcoal or medication to manage symptoms.
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A brown amorphous glucoside from squill, diuretic in doses of gr. 1/60-1/30 (0.001-0.002).
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
Common Misspellings for SCILLITOXIN
- acillitoxin
- zcillitoxin
- xcillitoxin
- dcillitoxin
- ecillitoxin
- wcillitoxin
- sxillitoxin
- svillitoxin
- sfillitoxin
- sdillitoxin
- scullitoxin
- scjllitoxin
- sckllitoxin
- scollitoxin
- sc9llitoxin
- sc8llitoxin
- sciklitoxin
- sciplitoxin
- sciolitoxin
- scilkitoxin
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