Reported signs and symptoms of solanine toxicity include dilated pupils, salivation, nausea, vomiting, headache, bloating, diarrhea, respiratory depression, central nervous system depression, confusion, tachycardia, coma and death. It is unclear how many cherries would have to be ingested to produce any of these symptoms. Certain varieties of mistletoe contain substances which, in large quantities, produce effects on nerves, blood pressure, and the heart. Berries have the greatest potential for causing toxic symptoms although other parts of the plant also contain toxins. It seems wise to recommend the induction of emesis following ingestion of mistletoe leaves, stems, or berries.
Further treatment is symptomatic and supportive in nature.
There is considerable disparity in published reports regarding the potential toxicity of florist varieties of poinsettias. The propellant vehicles for these products vary but some contain methylene chloride. This should not pose a hazard once the product has dried. Serving infants to adolescents, Children's Hospital Medical Center of Cincinnati is an international leader in pediatric healthcare, research and education.