Ipecac syrup is a plant extract that, when swallowed, causes vomiting.
Every household needs syrup of ipecac.
Always keep a one-ounce bottle of syrup of ipecac for each child or grandchild in the home. If a poison has been ingested by an adult or child, it may need to be removed to prevent absorption. Other methods to induce vomiting are not as effective and may be dangerous. Use syrup of ipecac only upon advice of the poison center, emergency department or a physician. Other methods to induce vomiting are not as effective and may be dangerous.