milk thistle

plant
Also known as: Silybum marianum

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possible treatment of death-cap poisoning

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    In death cap: Toxins and poisoning

    Milk thistle (Silybum marianum) has been investigated as a possible treatment, as it prevents the toxins from circulating in the liver, which gives time for the toxins to be filtered by the kidneys. Typical treatment involves aggressive hydration and electrolyte replacement, and in some cases…

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