Definition of Foxglove poisoning:

Foxglove poisoning usually occurs from sucking the flowers or eating the seeds, stems, or leaves of the foxglove plant.

Poisoning may also occur from taking more than the recommended amounts of medicines made from foxglove.

This is for information only and not for use in the treatment or management of an actual poison exposure. If you have an exposure, you should call your local emergency number (such as 911) or the National Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222.

Poisonous Ingredient:

• Deslanoside
• Digitoxin
• Digitalis glycosides

Where Found:

• Flowers, leaves, stems, and seeds of the foxglove plant
• Heart medicine (digitalis glycosides)