Question 1

what is ipecac syrup used for?

Accepted Answer

See below: To induce vomiting. It was once recommended to have in case of accidental ingestions. However, it is no longer recommended.

Question 2

what is the use of ipecac syrup?

Accepted Answer

See below: To induce vomiting. It was once recommended to have in case of accidental ingestions. However, it is no longer recommended.

Question 3

how can i get some ipecac syrup?

Accepted Answer

Why ?: Ipecac is a medication well known for its ability to cause vomiting.It was used for decades to help with toxic ingestion in kids, but fell into disfavor when evidenced based studies found it made no difference.Misuse by those with feeding disorders is common & its toxic potential has led many to call for its removal from public access.

Question 4

do i need to be 21 to buy ipecac?

Accepted Answer

Ipeacac: Most pharmacies will sell to a person 18 or older.  Depends on pharmacy and specific state laws.  FDA ruled April 2013 that it would available without RX in 1 oz bottles but did not specify any age of sale, so it is legal to buy at any age. CITE: 21CFR201.308

Question 5

how long should the effects of ipecac last?

Accepted Answer

Ipecac: Depending on how much was given the effect of ipecac is usually dissipated in 6-8 hours.

Question 6

wanted to know where can i buy syrup of ipecac?

Accepted Answer

Unknown: Since it's fall from grace as an aid in poisonings, few pharmacies will stock it ; the on line sources seem to be dead ends. The drug was a fashionable way for bulimics to barf on demand.It is considered quite toxic when used in excess.

Question 7

where can you find and purchase ipecac syrup now?

Accepted Answer

Not available...: For years, parents were told to keep ipecac syrup at home. This medicine could be used to make a child vomit after swallowing poison. Now, doctors advise not to have it on hand. Poison centers do not tell you to use it. You cannot buy ipecac in the drugstore. Call the poison center right away at 1-800-222-1222 if you think someone has been poisoned.

Question 8

why was ipecac syrup pulled off so many drugstore shelves?

Accepted Answer

Fear of aspiration: As you know, 20-30 years ago, we advocated that every household should have a bottle of ipecac, so that if a child takes overdose of something or eats some harmful item, then giving ipecac makes the child vomit the harmful stuff. But, that has caused a lot of aspiration and caused respiratory problems. Because of this reason, we decided that ipecac is not a good treatment for an overdose etc.

Question 9

where can you purchase ipecac syrup, and do you have to be over 18?

Accepted Answer

ANy Drug Store: This is an over the counter medication.

Question 10

is it ok to use ipecac after drinking a coke?

Accepted Answer

Ipecac: It is no longer recommended to use ipecac for any overdose or ingestion because of the complication of aspiration into the lungs and also because of bad cariac side effects.

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