Neurotoxicities in infants seen with the consumption of star anise tea

被引:66
作者
Ize-Ludlow, D
Ragone, S
Bruck, IS
Bernstein, JN
Duchowny, M
Peña, BMG
机构
[1] Miami Childrens Hosp, Div Emergency Med, Dept Pediat, Miami, FL 33155 USA
[2] Univ Miami, Jackson Mem Hosp, Sch Med, Florida Poison Control Ctr, Miami, FL 33136 USA
[3] Florida Int Univ, Ctr Ethnobiol & Nat Prod, Miami, FL 33199 USA
[4] Miami Childrens Hosp, Dept Neurol, Miami, FL USA
[5] Miami Childrens Hosp, Div Emergency Med, Miami, FL USA
关键词
star anise; neurotoxicity; colic; infants;
D O I
10.1542/peds.2004-0058
中图分类号
R72 [儿科学];
学科分类号
100202 ;
摘要
Chinese star anise ( Illicium verum Hook f.) is a well-known spice used in many cultures. Many populations use it as a treatment for infant colic. Japanese star anise ( Illicium anisatum L), however, has been documented to have both neurologic and gastrointestinal toxicities. Recently, concern has been raised regarding the adulteration of Chinese star anise with Japanese star anise. We report 7 cases of adverse neurologic reactions in infants seen with the home administration of star anise tea. In addition, we have found evidence that Chinese star anise has been contaminated with Japanese star anise. More strict federal regulation of the import of star anise into the United States is warranted. Star anise tea should no longer be administered to infants because of its potential danger in this population.
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页码:E653 / E656
页数:4
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