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ipecac Synonyms
Another word for ipecac
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• noun (Context 1)
A medicinal preparation, usually in the form of a syrup, made from the dried roots of a South American shrub and formerly widely used as an emetic to induce vomiting.
Usage Example
"The pediatrician advised the parents to safely dispose of their old bottle of ipecacuanha, as it is no longer recommended for treating accidental poisoning."
Strongest
ipecacuanha
emetic
• noun (Context 2)
A small, low-growing shrub (Carapichea ipecacuanha) native to the tropical rainforests of South and Central America, whose rhizomes and roots contain emetic alkaloids such as emetine.
Usage Example
"The indigenous peoples of Brazil first discovered the medicinal properties of ipecacuanha well before it was introduced to European medicine."
Strongest
ipecacuanha
Opposites of ipecac
The opposite of ipecac shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
antiemetic
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Ipecac. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/ipecac