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They found a plant that can make people vomit and appropriately named it Cephalis ipecacuanha, meaning sick-making plant.

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What is the history of the drug ipecac?

The medicinal effects of ipecac were recognized centuries ago by the Portuguese who settled in South America. They found a plant that can make people vomit.


What if you don't have ipecac?

Call the poison control center or 911.


In what century was Cape Verde discovered by the Portuguese?

Cape Verde was discovered by the Portuguese in the fifteenth century (in 1462 to be precise).


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.


When was ipecac invented?

Ipecac was first invented in the 18th century.


How did the city Rio de Janeiro get its name?

The harbor was discovered in January. The name means river of January. It was named in Portuguese after the date the Portuguese discovered it.


The medication administered to produce vomiting?

Syrup of ipecac. Its referred to as an emetic.


Is ipecac over the counter medicine?

yes, ipecac is over-the-counter


Who discovered babados?

Portuguese explorer Pedro a Campos.


When was Ipecac Neat created?

Ipecac Neat was created on 2004-03-16.


When was Ipecac Recordings created?

Ipecac Recordings was created on 1999-04-01.


What drug promotes vomiting?

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