Warning! "Ipecac Syrup" can cause death when it used for weight loss!
Warning! “Ipecac Syrup” can cause death when it used for weightloss!What a shame to weight loss gurus and guides. How can a weightloss guru recommend “Ipecac Syrup” to loose weight? Misuse of“Ipecac syrup” caused a death recently. Some eati...
...ng disordered individuals participate in the dangerousactivity of using ipecac syrup as a means of purging. Ipecacsyrup is a plant extract from the ipecacuanha scrub found inBrazil. When ingested, Ipecac syrup stimulates the centralnervous system and the stomach, causing the person to vomit.Ipecac’s sole purpose is to facilitate vomiting in an individualwho has ingested poison or overdosed on medication. The use ofIpecac is for a single use, and the intent is for Ipecac syrupto never to be used on multiple occasions.Since it cause “Vomiting” some Weight Loss guru though it canhelp to lose weight by means of burning the fat. Burning the fatby means of vomiting! I don’t know the logic. Anyway “IpecacSyrup” was recommended to loose weight. A over weight patientmisused it. That cased death!You can buy “Ipecac Syrup” from any of the Pharmaceutical storeswithout prescription. Syrup of Ipecac is for emergency use inpoisoning. When it is given to a child or an adult, Ipecac syrupwill cause vomiting.Why Use Syrup of Ipecac? The treatment for many poisonings requires removal of the toxicsubstance from the stomach before absorption occurs. IPECACSYRUP is safer than many other home methods for removing thesetoxic substances. Sticking you finger down a child’s throat orusing salt water are not as effective and can be dangerous tothe victim.What is Syrup of Ipecac? Ipecac Syrup is a plant extract madeinto a syrup that when swallowed, irritates the stomach. It isan emetic made from the dried root of a plant calledipecacuanha, which is grown in Brazil. An emetic is an agentthat causes vomiting.Who Can Use It? IPECAC SYRUP can be used effectively with adults or children.Ipecac syrup should not be used if- •the child is under one yearold; •the person is very drowsy, unconscious, or having fits;•the child has an unrepaired mouth defect; •the person has aheart condition; •the woman is in her last trimester ofpregnancy. Where Can I Buy Syrup of It? IPECAC SYRUP may be obtained at any pharmacy. Your pharmacist isallowed to sell you one ounce (30ml) without a prescription. Thesyrup will keep for several years if stored at room temperature.When Should I Use It? IPECAC SYRUP should not be used in every poisoning emergency.All poison ingestions do not require the removal of the poisonfrom the stomach; in some cases it can be harmful. Strong acids(such as toilet bowl cleaner) or strong alkalis (such as lye,drain or oven cleaner, or dishwasher detergent) can burn thethroat ÷ and vomiting will only make the damage worse. UseIPECAC SYRUP only if recommended by your poison center or doctor.How Do I Use It? For children one year of age or older: Only give on the adviceof a Poison Center or your Physician.For Adults: Give one tablespoon (15 ml) of IPECAC SYRUP. Followit by at least one glass (8 ounces) of water, fruit juice or anyother fluids. Have the victim drink more liquid if possible. Ifvomiting has not occurred within 20 minutes, the dose of IPECACSYRUP can be repeated with more fluids. Only repeat the dosageonce. If vomiting does not occur, call your poison center ordoctor again. The dose of IPECAC SYRUP is different for infants,older children, and for adults. Your poison center or doctorwill give you complete instructionsNormally Syrup of Ipecac should not be given at home if: 1.The patient is less than one year old or 2.Corrosives (lye,drain cleaners, oven cleaners, automatic dishwasher detergent,or other strong acids or bases) have been taken or burns areseen around or in the mouth or 3.A petroleumdistillate-containing product (kerosene, gasoline, paintthinner, furniture polish, etc.) has been taken or 4.The patientis lethargic (sluggish), asleep, or comatose (unconscious) or5.The patient is convulsing. And finally “Ipecac Syrup” must not be used for loosing weightin any case! Mahesh Bhat http://info-diet.com
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