A Case of Poisoning Due to Glutaraldehyde and Alprazolam Ingestion with Multiple Tentative Cuts Over Wrist and Neck

Authors

  • Mohammad A. Khan
  • Sangeeta Kumari
  • Manisha Verma
  • Mousami Singh
  • Anoop K. Verma

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.37506/ijfmt.v17i2.19184

Keywords:

Alprazolam, Glutaraldehyde, Hesitational cuts, Incised wound.

Abstract

Alprazolam is most commonly used benzodiazepine in overdose for deliberate self-poisoning. Glutaraldehyde is used for cold sterilization of medical, surgical and dental equipment. Poisoning due to accidental exposure as well as self-poisoning is common with glutaraldehyde. Self-inflicted or hesitational cuts are associated with suicide or attempted suicide or suicidal gestures and their examination is an important task for forensic expert.

Author Biographies

  • Mohammad A. Khan

    Assistant professor, Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Hind Institute of Medical Sciences, Barabanki

  • Sangeeta Kumari

    Associate Professor, Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, King George’s Medical University, Lucknow

  • Manisha Verma

    Senior Resident, Department of Periodontology, F.O.D.S, King George’s Medical University, Lucknow

  • Mousami Singh

    Additional Professor,  Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, King George’s Medical University, Lucknow.

  • Anoop K. Verma

    Professor and Head, Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, King George’s Medical University, Lucknow

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Published

2023-04-05

Issue

Vol. 17 No. 2 (2023): Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology

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How to Cite

A Case of Poisoning Due to Glutaraldehyde and Alprazolam Ingestion with Multiple Tentative Cuts Over Wrist and Neck. (2023). Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology, 17(2), 95-99. https://doi.org/10.37506/ijfmt.v17i2.19184