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What is the dosage of syrup of ipecac?

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0 - 6 months: consult family doctor. 6 months - 1 year: 5-10 ml (1 - 2 tsp.). 1 - 12 years: 15 ml (1 tbsp). Adults/teenagers: 15 - 30 ml.

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What is syrup of ipecac made from?

Syrup of ipecac is made from the dried roots and rhizomes (underground stems) of Cephaelis ipecacuanha.


What drug promotes vomiting?

Syrup of Ipecac, sometimes referred to as just "Ipecac."


How is activated charcoal and syrup of ipecac taken together to treat poisoning?

Ipecac must be used first. Activated charcoal should not be taken until 30 minutes after taking syrup of ipecac, or until the vomiting caused by ipecac stops.


The medication administered to produce vomiting?

Syrup of ipecac. Its referred to as an emetic.


What color is Ipecac Oral syrup?

ITs clear


Can you use activated charcoal and ipecac at the same time?

Charcoal should not be given together with syrup of ipecac. The charcoal will adsorb the ipecac. Charcoal should be taken 30 minutes after ipecac or after the vomiting from ipecac stops.


What is the medication that is administered to produce vomiting?

Ipecac Syrup


Is a medication that is administered to produce vomiting?

syrup of ipecac


Where can you buy syrup of ipecac?

Syrup of ipecac is a medicine that causes vomiting. It can be obtained by prescription and is also sold in many drug stores.4-18-2015 The above information is incorrect. I needed some tonight, at 2 AM, and was told by the Pharmacist at CVS that syrup of ipecac is NO LONGER MADE.


What does ipecac taste like?

sweetened up syrup for pancakes.


Where can you buy ipecac syrup?

None. it is no longer sold because it is too dangerous.


What are the 2 categories of ipecac preparations?

A syrup used in standard medical practice and a homeopathic remedy.Syrup of ipecac is best for use at home to treat accidental poisoning. Ipecac fluid extract and ipecac tincture should be avoided.