TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2014//
TI  - The suicidal cowdung powders of Kongunadu
JO  - Indian journal of forensic medicine and toxicology
A1  - George, T.K.
A1  - Chrispal, A.
A1  - Ramya, I.
A1  - Flemming, J.
A1  - Kumar, P.
A1  - Joy, S.A.
SP  - 134
EP  - 136
VL  - 8
IS  - 2
N2  - Suicide in India is a common cause of death. Common means employed are consumption of pesticides and chemical compounds. Newer compounds are frequently consumed and often the composition is unknown. Here we describe a prevalent ' Cow Dung power ' poisoning. It is available in green and yellow variety and can cause gastrointestinal symptoms and sometimes persistent seizures. The compound was analyzed and found to be Malachite green and Auromine O respectively. These compounds and the clinical profile require to be studied in more detail and steps taken to curb its use and availability. © 2014, Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology. All rights reserved.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>
LA  - en
SN  - 0973-9122
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.5958/0973-9130.2014.00700.2
ID  - ref1
ER  -