syrup of ipecac
Emergency purging liquid
Syrup of ipecac is a medicinal preparation that induces vomiting.
It was once standard in home medicine cabinets for treating accidental poisoning, especially in children: Keep syrup of ipecac on hand in case of emergency.
Medical authorities now discourage its use, as inducing vomiting can worsen some poisonings.
The plant ipecac, native to Brazil, contains the active compound.
- vomitingExpelling stomach contents orally
- throw upEject stomach contents
- induceCause or persuade
- upset stomachGastrointestinal distress
- poison controlToxicology emergency service
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syrup of ipecacantiemetic
Prevents nausea and vomiting
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