Tag: Colchicine poisoning

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What is the antidote for langali? Understanding the treatment for Gloriosa superba poisoning

Oct 7, 2025 •

4 min read

Currently, there is no specific antidote for poisoning caused by langali, a highly toxic plant known scientifically as *Gloriosa superba*. Ingestion of any part of this plant, particularly the tuber, can lead to severe and often fatal poisoning due to the presence of colchicine and other toxic alkaloids.