Journal of Nutraceuticals and Health

ABSTRACT

Background: Amitraz, a formamidine compound widely used as an acaricide and pesticide, poses a significant threat to human health due to its toxic properties. This paper investigates the clinical-socio-epidemiological profile, PSS score, and complications of amitraz poisoning.

Methods: We report a case series of 8 patients with acute amitraz poisoning patients who presented to the emergency department of SVIMS, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, with consumption of only amitraz compound, not one combination of any other compound during the period from March 2020 to June 2021. These cases were studied and guided by literature.

Results: The study revealed diverse symptoms, including vomiting, diarrhea, bradycardia, and hyperglycemia among affected individuals. Laboratory investigations showed metabolic acidosis in 75% of cases and miosis in 62.5% of cases. Supportive care led to successful recovery in the majority of cases, with only one fatality reported.

Conclusions: Amitraz poisoning presents varied clinical manifestations and requires prompt recognition and management. Despite lacking a specific antidote, supportive care leads to favorable outcomes in most cases. Increased awareness, preventive measures, and regulatory interventions are essential to mitigate the growing incidence of amitraz poisoning.

KEYWORDS

1. Amitraz
2. Bradycardia
3. Hyperglycemia
4. Insecticide
5. Poisoning severity score