Gamma butyrolactone poisoning and its similarities to gamma hydroxybutyric acid: two case reports

Vet Hum Toxicol. 1997 Aug;39(4):234-5.

Abstract

Clinical experience with toxicity induced by products containing gamma butyrolactone is limited. We report here 2 cases of gamma butyrolactone poisoning with a nail polish remover labelled "acetone-free". Rapid onset of coma, respiratory depression and bradycardia occurred in both patients. After supportive care, they fully recovered within a few hours.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Comparative Study
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • 4-Butyrolactone / poisoning*
  • Adult
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Male
  • Sodium Oxybate / poisoning*
  • Suicide, Attempted

Substances

  • Sodium Oxybate
  • 4-Butyrolactone