Associations to the word «Ipecac»

Wiktionary

IPECAC, noun. The plant ipecacuanha (Psychotria ipecacuanha) or its root.
IPECAC, noun. Syrup of ipecac, produced from this plant's root, used to induce emesis (vomiting).

Dictionary definition

IPECAC, noun. A medicinal drug used to evoke vomiting (especially in cases of drug overdose or poisoning).

Wise words

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