All of the poisons caused uterine contractions EXCEPT:
ANSWER: (B) ArsenicREF: Forensic medicine and Toxicology by R N Karmakar 3rd edition page 230, Parikh 6th edition various pageABORTIFACI ENT DRUGS:EcbolicsIncreases uterine contractionErgot, Quinine, Pituitary extract, LeadEmmenagoguesIncreases menstrual flow (abortifacient in large repeated doses)Cantharides, Aloes, EstrogenGI irritantsIrritation of colon and congestion of pelvic organsArsenic, Mercury
Lead
Arsenic
Ergot
Quinine
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