1. Plural of emetic; substances or agents that cause vomiting.
Usage: Medical/pharmaceutical term; Usually used in plural form or as a mass noun

Examples

• The doctor explained that emetics are sometimes used in emergency rooms to treat certain types of poisoning.
• Ipecac syrup was once a common household emetic, though its use has declined.
• Modern medical practice relies less on emetics than on other methods of stomach decontamination.
• Some natural substances have mild emetic properties.
• The pharmacist warned that emetics should only be used under medical supervision.