Fountain J S, Beasley D M
National Poisons and Hazardous Chemicals Information Centre, Dunedin School of Medicine, Dunedin.
N Z Med J. 1998 Oct 23;111(1076):402-4.
Syrup of ipecacuanha has previously been used to decontaminate patients following toxic or potentially toxic ingestions. The recent removal of this product from distribution in New Zealand has caused some concern to health professionals. This article outlines the relative merits of syrup of ipecacuanha and activated charcoal, and concludes that the latter is preferable in many respects. Details of its appropriate administration are discussed.
吐根糖浆以前曾用于对中毒或可能中毒的摄入患者进行洗胃。最近该产品在新西兰停止销售，这引起了医疗专业人员的一些关注。本文概述了吐根糖浆和活性炭各自的优点，并得出结论，在许多方面后者更可取。文中还讨论了其正确使用方法的细节。
