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ALIMENTARY TRACT AND METABOLISM › ANTIDIARRHEALS, INTESTINAL ANTIINFLAMMATORY/ANTIINFECTIVE AGENTS › INTESTINAL ADSORBENTS › Charcoal preparations
medicinal charcoal, combinations
A07BA51
Forms & Strengths
- oral suspension 15g/30ml
- oral powder 15g/sachet
- tablet 250mg
Adult Dosing
- 25-50g single dose for acute poisoning
- 10-20g every 2-4 hours for diarrhea and gas
- 500mg-1000mg every 4-6 hours for flatulence
Pediatric Dosing
- 5-10g single dose for acute poisoning (children under 12 years)
- 5-10g every 2-4 hours for diarrhea (children under 3 years)
- 250-500mg every 4-6 hours for flatulence (children 3-12 years)
Indications
- treatment of acute poisoning
- reduction of diarrhea and gas
- relief of flatulence
- pruritus of cholestasis
Mechanism of Action
- adsorption of toxins and gases in the gastrointestinal tract
- reduction of intestinal absorption of toxins
- prevention of toxin reabsorption
Contraindications
- intestinal obstruction
- abdominal pain of unknown origin
- gastrointestinal bleeding
Adverse Reactions
- constipation
- nausea
- vomiting
- abdominal pain
- black stools
Drug Interactions
- reduced absorption of oral medications
- interference with diagnostic imaging
- reduced efficacy of oral contraceptives
Curated Content: Needs Vetting Before Put to Clinical Use