Emetics are drugs that induce vomiting. They are classified as reflux producing or centrally acting. Reflux producing emetics like copper sulfate and zinc sulfate cause local irritation of the gastric mucosa. Centrally acting emetics like apomorphine and morphine act directly on the chemoreceptor trigger zone in the brain to induce vomiting. Emetics are important in cases of poisoning to expel toxic substances from the stomach. While they have medical uses, side effects like headaches and dizziness are common.