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INDICES> ipecac with acid?


  • From: fmayfield <fmayfield@healthnet.zw>
  • Date: Wed, 14 Jun 2000 11:10:29 -0400 (EDT)

INDICES> ipecac with acid?
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Many formulations for emetic syrup with ipecacuanha include either acetic acid
or hydrochloric acid

Can anyone enlighten me on the purpose of the acid in these formulations?

Thank you

Felicity Mayfield
Tutor
Pharmacy Technician Training Course
Zimbabwe

Email: fmayfield@healthnet.zw [manually added by moderator; WB]
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