A case report of anaphylaxis induced by topical use of extract of Cynoglossum wallichii var. golchidiatum

INTRODUCTION: Cyanoglossum wallichii var. golchidiatum is a perennial plant that contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids of many types and used as traditional medicine for wounds, burns, and infections. CASE PRESENTATION: We report the first diagnosed case of 50 years old male who presented with anaphylaxis after the use of local herbal remedies (Cyanoglossum wallichii var. golchidiatum) in his cut injury. DISCUSSION: Without seeing a doctor, individuals in our region of the world administer herbal plants for conditions like burn healing, infections, and wound healing. As a result, there is a delay in the course of treatment, and the herbal therapies have a number of negative side effects. Numerous academic studies have demonstrated the numerous advantages of herbal plants, but despite these advantages, there is a lack of sufficient scientific evidence and knowledge regarding their use and potential drawbacks. CONCLUSION: Non-judicial use of Cyanoglossum wallichii var. golchidiatum may lead to potentially life-threatening condition like anaphylaxis