Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Four dogs treated for Brunfelsia plant poisoning with seizures
By Singh, M et al.·Published in Australian veterinary journal·2008·Small Animal Specialist Hospital, Australia·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Brunfelsia spp (yesterday, today, tomorrow) toxicity in four dogs.
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Plain-English summary
Four dogs became very sick after eating a garden plant called 'Yesterday, today, tomorrow' (Brunfelsia spp). They showed symptoms like vomiting, diarrhea, muscle tremors, anxiety, and even seizures. Thankfully, all the dogs recovered after receiving treatments such as general anesthesia, stomach flushing, and medications like diazepam and phenobarbitone. If your dog is acting strangely after being around this plant, it's important to talk to your vet right away.
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Abstract
Four dogs were treated for acute toxicity following ingestion of the popular garden shrub 'Yesterday, today, tomorrow' (Brunfelsia spp). Clinical signs included vomiting, diarrhoea, muscle tremors, anxiousness, opisthotonus and seizures. All dogs recovered following treatment with any or all of general anaesthetic, gastric lavage, enema, diazepam, phenobarbitone or propofol sedation. Brunfelsia spp toxicity should be considered in young, previously healthy dogs presenting with gastrointestinal signs that rapidly progress to muscle tremors and seizures. Examination of faeces was required for diagnosis in all cases. Owners should also be questioned thoroughly about their dogs' access to such plants.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18498554/