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A Report of Nausea and Vomiting with Discontinuation of Chronic Use of Salvia divinorum
Joint Authors
Marlowe, K. F.
Travis, C. R.
Ray, G. A.
Source
Issue
Vol. 2012, Issue 2012 (31 Dec. 2012), pp.1-4, 4 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2012-05-07
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
4
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Introduction.
This is the first reported case of gastrointestinal symptoms associated with withdrawal after chronic use of this substance.
Case Presentation.
A 51-year-old Caucasian woman was referred to a hospital with a 3-day history of nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal discomfort.
She reported no sick family members or contact with anyone who was ill.
She did report smoking 3–5 cigarettes of the herb “Salvia” consistently for 3-4 months and quit approximately 48 hours before symptoms appeared.
Her use of the herb had been consistent; she smoked several cigarettes each day.
Laboratory results were essentially normal including the white blood cell count.
She received symptomatic treatment and was released after one day.
Discussion.
Salvinorin A, a kappa-opioid receptor agonist, is the major active ingredient of S.
divinorum.
The unique opioid properties of this herb may explain its ability to cause changes in intestinal transit time.
Conclusion.
A 51-year-old woman possibly developed gastrointestinal manifestations suggestive of withdrawal from Salvia divinorum after smoking the substance consistently for 3 to 4 months.
The widespread use of this herb will make the potential for withdrawal syndromes more commonplace.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Travis, C. R.& Ray, G. A.& Marlowe, K. F.. 2012. A Report of Nausea and Vomiting with Discontinuation of Chronic Use of Salvia divinorum. Case Reports in Medicine،Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-4.
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Modern Language Association (MLA)
Travis, C. R.…[et al.]. A Report of Nausea and Vomiting with Discontinuation of Chronic Use of Salvia divinorum. Case Reports in Medicine No. 2012 (2012), pp.1-4.
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American Medical Association (AMA)
Travis, C. R.& Ray, G. A.& Marlowe, K. F.. A Report of Nausea and Vomiting with Discontinuation of Chronic Use of Salvia divinorum. Case Reports in Medicine. 2012. Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-4.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-480230
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-480230