What is another word for Paraquat Poisoning?
Pronunciation: [pˈaɹəkwˌat pˈɔ͡ɪzənɪŋ] (IPA) 
Paraquat poisoning refers to the toxic effects achieved by the ingestion or skin exposure to paraquat, a widely used herbicide. Other synonyms for paraquat poisoning include paraquat toxicity, paraquat intoxication, paraquat overdose, and paraquat toxicity syndrome. Paraquat poisoning symptoms typically present within hours after exposure and may include respiratory distress, acute liver and kidney failure, seizures, and coma. Treatment is mainly supportive and focuses on reducing the exposure to the herbicide, detoxification and organ support. Ingestion of paraquat is highly lethal, with a reported fatality rate between 42%-89%, depending on the dose. Therefore, avoiding paraquat exposure is of utmost importance.
