<i>Calotropis procera</i> -induced keratitis

Abstract

Calotropis procera produces copious amounts of latex, which has been shown to possess several pharmacological properities. Its local application produces intense inflammatory response. In the 10 cases of Calotropis procera -induced keratitis reported here, the clinical picture showed corneal edema with striate keratopathy without any evidence of intraocular inflammation. The inflammation was reversed by the local application of steroid drops.

Keywords

• <i>Calotropis procera</i>
• keratitis
• latex
• striate keratopathy