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Someone swallowed something poisonous but is awake. Should you make them vomit?

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  1. Yes, with syrup of ipecac
  2. No, call Poison Help instead
  3. Yes, by pressing on the tongue

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References

  1. Poison Control: First Aid for Poisonings www.poison.org/first-aid-for-poisonings Checked 2026-10-10.
  2. Poison Control: Ipecac, Do Not Use It www.poison.org/articles/ipecac-do-not-use-it Checked 2026-10-10.

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