Publication Date
2018
Journal Title
Cureus
Abstract
Adverse reactions from over-the-counter medications present a challenge to physicians. Homeopathic medicine is an alternative practice, originating in Germany and gaining popularity in the United States. It utilizes dilute preparations of substances in order to treat and cure disease. Patients may potentially suffer serious effects from the use of these products as the contents and concentrations are often unclear. Here, we describe a case of suspected atropine toxicity due to the overuse of a topical homeopathic cream, Topricin, which contains belladonna, a plant containing atropine.
Volume Number
10
Issue Number
3
Pages
e2273
Document Type
Article
Status
Faculty
Facility
School of Medicine
Primary Department
Gastroenterology
Additional Departments
Emergency Medicine; Hospital Medicine
PMID
DOI
10.7759/cureus.2273