January 2013 PMID 23252775

Systematic review: Coca-Cola can effectively dissolve gastric phytobezoars as a first-line treatment.

S D Ladas, D Kamberoglou, G Karamanolis, J Vlachogiannakos, I Zouboulis-Vafiadis

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The overall tone is cautiously curious, with many posters referencing historical or subjective claims about Coca-Cola's medicinal uses, as shown by comments like 'It helps' or noting its prescription for nausea, which indicates a blend of skepticism and interest. The use of words like 'tired' and expressions of disbelief reflect some skepticism, but mentions of scientific literature demonstrate recognition of its potential impact.

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Most discussions acknowledge the study's findings, with many viewers endorsing Coca-Cola's effectiveness for treating gastric phytobezoars, reflecting general agreement or curiosity.

InterestModerate interest

The social discussions show moderate curiosity, as some posters are intrigued or surprised by the findings, but others dismiss or question the evidence.

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Comments range from brief reactions like 'JAJAJA' to detailed mentions of previous uses of Coca-Cola in medical contexts, indicating a moderate level of engagement.

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The conversations suggest that the publication has some influence, sparking curiosity and debates about the medical uses of Coca-Cola, though not yet causing widespread change in opinion or practice.

Abstract in brief

The systematic review found that Coca-Cola is a highly effective first-line treatment for dissolving gastric phytobezoars, successfully resolving about 50% of cases with Coca-Cola alone and over 90% when combined with endoscopic techniques.
Gastric phytobezoars are common in patients with poor gastric motility, and different treatment options like dissolution therapies and endoscopic procedures are used to avoid surgery.
The study also compared phytobezoars formed after persimmon ingestion, called diospyrobezoars, which are harder to dissolve with Coca-Cola (only 23% success) compared to regular phytobezoars (60%), indicating Coca-Cola is more effective for typical phytobezoars.]

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Effectiveness of Coca-Cola in Dissolving Gastric Phytobezoars: A Systematic Review

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Miss Allegheny 1979

@Allegheny1979 · X

@0xLongyDongy @CowsEatGrassBlg @CommunityNotes Did you even bother to read the study he shared? https://t.co/crmArsUoeX

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CowsEatGrass

@CowsEatGrassBlg · X

@lonewolf2k21 Here’s one study. https://t.co/PBmw3gfGlT

Apr 19, 2025 · 18 likes · 14,695 followers View post →

James R

@boredjamesr · X

@CoinGremlinz @benonwine In some circumstances coke is a cure for stomach issues https://t.co/FmUkEkmWAd

Dec 30, 2024 · 1 like · 34 followers View post →

Ukis

@ukissek · X

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Ukis

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May 14, 2024 · 4,447 followers View post →

sandy

@sandy33822995 · X

Scientists: Fluorescent nanoparticles have been in Coca Cola and Pepsi for years januari 2013 https://t.co/oIveR5u4Qd

May 8, 2024 · 30 followers View post →

Jelena

@_j3lena_ · X

@Thuisop24 Bij oncologie geven we aan patienten Coca Cola, juist ivm misselijkheid. Bij zwangeren word dat ook aangeraden. Het helpt wel

Mar 20, 2024 · 1 like · 4,282 followers View post →

フロール

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Sep 17, 2023 · 19 followers View post →

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@barsnap · X

What if I told you, that Coke can be used tor dissolving bezoar in yout gut?? Actually used for medical treatment. https://t.co/i9l2wr29m5 https://t.co/wqsnjEEpXf

Sep 12, 2023 · 467 followers View post →

Vanessa Figueroa

@vanefilo · X

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Jeff

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Mahnoor

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Rui Mendo

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Jun 17, 2023 · 13 shares · 137 followers View post →

Vural ARGIN

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Coca Cola is beneficial drinking ! https://t.co/oGxWqVhXjg

Jun 17, 2023 · 1 like · 298 followers View post →

Andree Nicolás

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Scarlett Pelaez

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Steven Bollipo

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RT @SusanaFortichS: Systematic review: Coca-Cola can effectively dissolve gastric phytobezoars as a first-line treatment https://t.co/Z7rc…

Jun 16, 2023 · 13 shares · 16,711 followers View post →

Jesús Echavez

@Im_yisus · X

RT @SusanaFortichS: Systematic review: Coca-Cola can effectively dissolve gastric phytobezoars as a first-line treatment https://t.co/Z7rc…

Jun 16, 2023 · 13 shares · 618 followers View post →

Villa

@pachovilla_11 · X

RT @SusanaFortichS: Systematic review: Coca-Cola can effectively dissolve gastric phytobezoars as a first-line treatment https://t.co/Z7rc…

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Hamza

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Santiago Moncayo

@SantiagoMG21 · X

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Jun 16, 2023 · 13 shares · 1,774 followers View post →

Susana Fortich, MD

@SusanaFortichS · X

Systematic review: Coca-Cola can effectively dissolve gastric phytobezoars as a first-line treatment https://t.co/Z7rctIhR5p

Jun 16, 2023 · 65 likes · 13 shares · 12,076 followers View post →

Ukis

@ukissek · X

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Jun 3, 2023 · 2 likes · 4,447 followers View post →

Lincon

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Scott C. Howard

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@drkeithsiau https://t.co/kY87G9OWRR

Apr 25, 2023 · 13 likes · 1 share · 10,319 followers View post →

るるる@CIDP

@tengoody · X

離乳食で柿あげていいのか調べてたら、食べすぎで胃石ができるという怖い情報を見つけて、それがコーラで溶けるらしいという驚き情報までたどり着いた

Nov 14, 2022 · 4 likes · 930 followers View post →

Ren

@rendocrinology · X

@Dr_amoytheemd And dissolves bezoars! https://t.co/3ED8hOkwIb

Mar 30, 2022 · 3 likes · 1 share · 952 followers View post →

juna elena

@mayjunejuna · X

@Jonas_Thiel_ Very interesting search result: https://t.co/Od1fAoxK5v

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J Sam

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crk5

@crk5 · X

TIL that drinking Coca-Cola is prescribed as an effective treatment for certain types of bowel obstructions.. https://t.co/8yGIzr4d6X

Oct 22, 2021 · 9,213 followers View post →

Take me to your deep state

@fluffinist · X

@GordonShumway66 @taradublinrocks Coca cola has its benefits. https://t.co/wpYphohVja https://t.co/getIm4umj2

Aug 9, 2021 · 1 like · 41 followers View post →

Tim Skellett

@Gurdur · X

Don't eat unripe persimmons, Diospyros kaki, or you'll cause your own internal pipes to clog. Oddly enough, one non-surgical treatment for the resultant bezoars inside you is also coca-cola, like @ojedathies used for hospital drains. cc.@ChristosArgyrop: https://t.co/NpI3hN12k1 https://t.co/BP26uHIXNY

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Feb 5, 2021 · 334 likes · 1 share · 50,780 followers View post →

Alyse Gray

@PA_with_a_pen · X

DID YOU KNOW that Coca-Cola can dissolve gastric phytobezoars?? https://t.co/fYHDxZl9FR

Sep 23, 2020 · 1 like · 387 followers View post →

azalea

@azaleasays · X

This is research-based, though I can hardly believe it. The sample size is too small. https://t.co/gIwNuMF8h7 Related: https://t.co/kEvrArcpSF https://t.co/p5Lagjv7GN

Sep 30, 2019 · 283 followers View post →

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@Wikisteff · X

RT @fioraesoterica: tired: "coca cola used to have cocaine in it!" wired: coca cola is an effective treatment for gastric bezoars (literat…

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void angel

@egregirls · X

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@deshbesh · X

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JAJAJA

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Systematic review: Coca-Cola can effectively dissolve gastric phytobezoars as a first-line treatment.

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Understanding Bezoars: Types, History, and Medicinal Uses

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