title: A traditional Malay myth leading to unintentional self intoxication with kecubung fruit.
abstract: Traditional Malay herbal medicine is still used in Malaysia especially in rural areas, instead of using modern medicine. Datura or "kecubung" has been used to treat allergic rhinitis in certain places. Inaccurate doses can potentially cause severe or fatal neurologic anti-cholinergic toxidromes. A good knowledge of toxidromes with optimization of supportive care can prevent fatal complications and lead to a more speedy recovery. We present a case of kecubung poisoning.
authors.affiliation: Department of Emergency Medicine, School of Medical Sciences, USM Health Campus, Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, Malaysia. drnasirmohamadkb@yahoo.com
authors.forename: Nasir
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: Mohamad
authors.forename: Kamarul Aryffin
authors.initials: KA
authors.lastname: Baharuddin
authors.forename: Rashidi
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Ahmad
mesh_terms: D032302:Datura / Q000506:poisoning*; D029001:Herbal Medicine; D006801:Humans; D008296:Malaysia; D008297:Male; D008518:Medicine, East Asian Traditional; D008875:Middle Aged