Three deaths involving triazolam--analytical aspects.

This case report describes three case histories and the analytical procedures used for the identification and quantification of triazolam. The levels of triazolam detected in the blood are interpreted with reference to those previously reported in the literature.

Identification of oenanthotoxin and related compounds in hemlock water dropwort poisoning.

The case histories are presented of three separate incidents of poisoning by ingestion of Hemlock Water Dropwort tubers (Oenanthe crocata). Two of these cases involved a fatality. An analytical profile is provided for oenanthotoxin, the major toxic principal of the tubers. Chromatographic, spectroscopic and mass spectral data for related compounds are also given.