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A low-growing tropical American shrub (Cephaelis ipecacuanha) having roots and rhizomes that yield emetine.
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The dried roots and rhizomes of this shrub.
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A medicinal preparation made from the dried roots and rhizomes of this shrub that is used to induce vomiting, particularly in cases of poisoning and drug overdose.
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