efficacy of syrup of IPECAC as an emetic used by Alexandria Poison Center

ABSTRACT

The safety and effectiveness associated with the use of syrup of Ipecac in patients with acute poisoning has been well established. A study was carried out on 1811 conscious patients admitted to Alexandria poison center with diagnosis of [acute poisoning]. All patients were given a standard initial dose of syrup of Ipecac of 30 ml for adults and 15 ml for children. The study showed that syrup of Ipecac was effective in inducing emesis within 30 min in the majority of patients [98.4%] with a mean of 11.71 +/- 3.97 minutes. No complications at all happened to patients after its administration. The use of Syrup of Ipecac in the emergency departments of all hospitals dealing with the treatment of acute poisoning is highly recommended