In vitro evidence for ipecac inactivation by activated charcoal.
The in vitro adsorption of the alkaloid emetine, a primary constituent of ipecac, on activated charcoal was studied. The results support the supposition that syrup of ipecac should not be given to counteract poisonings if activated charcoal is also to be administered.
D000327:Adsorption; D002606:Charcoal / Q000494:pharmacology*; D004640:Emetine; D007486:Ipecac / Q000037:antagonists & inhibitors*
D002606:Charcoal; D007486:Ipecac; D004640:Emetine