Ipecacuanha root extract has been widely used in syrup form as a potent and effective emetic. Ipecacuanha powder had been used to induce sweating at the onset of influenza, and small amounts of the extract have been incorporated into cough syrups as expectorants.
This medicinal substance has been classified in the anatomical therapeutic chemical (ATC) classification according to its main therapeutic use as follows:
| ATC code | Group title | Classification |
|---|---|---|
| R05CA04 | Ipecacuanha | R Respiratory system → R05 Cough and cold preparations → R05C Expectorants, excl. combinations with cough suppressants → R05CA Expectorants |
| V03AB01 | Ipecacuanha | V Various → V03 All other therapeutic products → V03A All other therapeutic products → V03AB Antidotes |
Ipecacuanha is an active ingredient of these brands:
Cyprus (CY)
Hong Kong (HK)
Nigeria (NG)
Note the following: The list of brand names is continuously updated, and thus does not include the total of products circulating worldwide. |
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