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Benefits Of Rhubarb
Rhubarb leaves poisoning occurs when someone eats pieces of leaves from the rhubarb plant.
This is for information only and not for use in the treatment or management of an actual poison exposure. If you have an exposure, you should call your local emergency number (such as 911) or the National Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222.
Alternative Names
Rheum officinale poisoning
Poisonous Ingredient
- Anthraquinone glycosides (possible)
- Oxalic acid
Where Found
The leaves (leaf blade) of the...
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Oxalic acid
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Oxalic acid is a poisonous, colorless substance. This article discusses poisoning from swallowing oxalic acid.This is for information only and not... Read more »
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