Acalypha indica induced acute oxidative haemolysis and methaemoglobinaemia: two case reports.

This case highlights the potential hemolytic and methaemoglobinaemic effects of ingesting oxidant herbal products and the importance of considering such exposures in patients presenting with hemolysis and multiorgan involvement, particularly in communities where herbal product intake is popular. Healthcare providers should be aware of the risks associated with traditional remedies and maintain a high index of suspicion to ensure prompt recognition and appropriate management.