If Swallowed Do Not Induce Vomiting was created in 1980-07.
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∙ 10y agoThe most common way to induce vomiting is to stick one's finger down the throat and gag oneself. It is also said that drinking a solution of mustard and water will induce vomiting.
For some poisons you want to get them out of the body as fast as possible and vomiting helps. However, vomiting is inappropriate for some poisons. Call the Poison Control center before inducing vomiting with ipecac or another method since you could make the damage worse if strong acids, strong alkalies, oils, etc. have been swallowed.
Inducing vomiting is indicated if the person has recently swallowed a toxin ( so it is still in the stomach) that is not caustic. You should not induce vomiting of the person is impaired to the point where they may aspirate (get the fluid down the lungs) or the material ingested is caustic (bleach, lye, petroleum products and others). The best bet is always to call poison control and get instructions: 1-800-222-1222 .
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Generally speaking, common cough drops are not harmful if swallowed. If it contained codeine or sugar and you are diabetic, a doctor would probably induce vomiting. Consult a medical professional.
If mercury from a thermometer is swallowed, it is important to seek immediate medical attention. Mercury is toxic and can lead to serious health effects, such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and potentially more severe outcomes like kidney damage or respiratory issues if not treated promptly. Do not induce vomiting and do not try to treat the poisoning yourself.
To help someone to vomit.
Syrup of ipecac is typically used to induce vomiting. However, drinking a mustard solution or making a person gag lightly will also work.
They are not given to induce vomiting (although sometimes they do). They are given to adsorb chemical poisons that have been ingested and so prevent them from entering the body.
Inducing vomiting for poisoning is no longer recommended, and ipecac is off the market in the US.
i think you mean ipecac. it is used to induce vomiting.