Toxic effects of cyclonite (C‐4) plastic explosive ingestion in a dog

Abstract

Objective – To describe the clinical manifestations following cyclonite (C‐4) plastic explosive ingestion in a dog. Case Summary – A 2‐year‐old male castrated Labrador working dog weighing 35 kg was presented for seizures shortly after ingestion of C‐4. The dog was successfully treated for the seizures, but developed polyuria/polydipsia shortly after being discharged and was ultimately diagnosed with chronic kidney disease. New or Unique Information Provided – This is the first documented case of renal insufficiency in a dog after C‐4 intoxication.

Cyclonite-Induced Seizures After Voluntary C-4 Ingestion

“…While hepatic and renal involvement have been reported, these tend to be self-limited, with organ failure reserved for the most severe cases [1]. Provoked seizures are reported to occur up to 60 hours after initial exposure, depending on individual bioavailability and absorption rate [1,4].…”