Management of Ingested Poisons

Management of Ingested Poisons (EGAM)

I. Treatment Approaches

• Emetics

  • Use Ipecac syrup

    • Causes vomiting (emesis) by irritating the stomach lining and stimulating the vomiting center in the brain (medulla oblongata).

    • Dosage: 30ml for adults; 10-15ml for children (both mixed in a glass of water).

II. Contraindications for Ipecac Syrup

• Do NOT use if the person is:

  1. Allergic to any ingredient.

  2. Swallowed harmful substances such as (SAAKGCFPC):

     • Strychnine

     • Alkali, Acid, Kerosene

     • Gasoline, Coal Oil, Fuel Oil, Paint Thinner, Cleaning Fluid

  3. Already treated with activated charcoal.

  4. Unconscious, semiconscious, very drowsy, severely intoxicated (drunk), or having seizures.