Abstract
Paraquat (1,1´-dimethyl-4,4´-dipyridylium) is a broad-spectrum liquid herbicide. It is associated with both intentional and accidental ingestion that leads to severe and often fatal toxicity. The clinical signs and symptoms of paraquat poisoning includes Gastrointestinal symptoms such as burns in the throat, difficulty in breathing, sore throat, abdominal pain and vomiting, including hematemesis, Electrolyte abnormalities, Low bold pressure, seizure, shock and coma. This is a case report of young male presented to IMCU with the history of more than 48hrs after the ingestion of paraquat.
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