In the Odyssey what happens to the men that eat lotus?

In Homer's "Odyssey," the men who eat the lotus flower become enchanted and forget their desire to return home. The lotus is a narcotic that induces a state of bliss and lethargy, causing the men to lose all ambition and purpose. Odysseus must intervene to rescue them, dragging them back to the ship to continue their journey homeward. This episode highlights the themes of temptation and the struggle to maintain focus on one's goals.