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Powder-like substances that induce sneezing From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

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Sneezing powder is a group of powders or powder-like substances that induce sneezing when someone is exposed to them. This is usually done as a practical joke or prank to an unsuspecting victim.

Sneezing powders containing Veratrum album alkaloids have been linked to poisoning, including upset stomach, fainting, slowed heart rate and low blood pressure.[1] Children are especially vulnerable.[2]

An example of a sternutatory (sneeze-inducing) agent is helenalin (the acetate is called angustibalin). The plant containing this chamissonolide is actually eponymously called sneezeweed.

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