Activated Charcoal (Carbonis activati) 250 mg #50

Activated Charcoal (Carbonis activati) Instruction for use

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Activated carbon is a drug from a group of enterosorbents.

Composition and form of release

The preparation Activated charcoal is available in the form of tablets for oral administration. Tablets are round compressed formations and are available in paper packaging of 10 pieces.
Each tablet contains 250 or 500 mg of active active ingredient - Coal of vegetable or animal origin, which has undergone special treatment.

Indications for use

Activated tablet pills have a high absorbing function and are capable of absorbing gases, harmful compounds, toxic substances, the products of vital activity of pathogenic bacteria. The drug is prescribed for therapeutic and prophylactic purposes under the following conditions:
    bloating of the intestine;
    increased gassing;
    processes of putrefaction and fermentation in the intestine after taking some products;
    increased secretion of hydrochloric acid in the stomach;
    acute poisoning, accompanied by vomiting, diarrhea and general weakness;
    intoxication of the body with medicinal preparations, paint and varnish materials, alcohol;
    infectious diseases - salmonellosis, dysentery;
    chronic renal failure;
    cirrhosis of the liver;
    a violation of the function of the liver, as a result of which the body does not cope with its direct duties;
    allergic reactions.
Activated Carbon can be administered to patients in preparation for endoscopic and ultrasound examinations of the digestive tract and pelvic organs to reduce the accumulation of gases.

Contraindications

Coal activated has some contraindications, so before taking the tablets inside, you should carefully read the instructions. The drug is not prescribed to patients in the phase of peptic ulcer disease exacerbation with the presence of bleeding erosions on the gastric mucosa.
Coagulated activated tablets are contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity or individual intolerance, with ulcerative colitis, suspected intestinal bleeding.

Method of administration and dosage

Coal Activated tablets are taken orally after meals or half an hour before meals. The dose of the drug is calculated by a doctor individually, the tablets are difficult to swallow, so the drug can be ground into a powder and diluted in a small amount of water. Drink the resulting slurry and drink with a small amount of water.
According to the instructions the dose of the drug for adults per day is 2 g, the maximum is 8 g, for children the calculation of the dose of Activated Carbon is made individually, depending on the body weight.
On average, the course of treatment with the drug is 3 days, but for allergic reactions, for example, therapy can be extended to 14 days.
As a preparative preparation before endoscopic studies, an adult is prescribed 2 tablets 3 times a day for 3 days.

Pregnancy and lactation

Activated tablet pills can be ingested inside pregnant women. The drug helps to reduce the intensity of the toxicosis of the first half of pregnancy somewhat. In the course of clinical studies, the teratogenic or embryotoxic effect of the drug on intrauterine development of the fetus was not established.
During the period of breastfeeding, the reception of activated carbon tablets is possible under the supervision of a doctor. Usually, the drug does not cause any negative reactions in the baby, but when the baby has a rash or stomach problems, it is recommended to stop taking the drug.

Adverse Events

Activated charcoal is well tolerated by patients, side effects practically do not arise.

Overdose

With long-term use of the drug in large doses in patients, there is a violation of absorption of fats, proteins, microelements. Signs of an overdose of Activated Carbon are:
    constipation;
    a decrease in the level of glucose in the blood plasma;
    hyponatremia;
    hemorrhage;
    hypocalcemia;
    decrease in body temperature (hypothermia);
    lowering of blood pressure.
When one or more signs of an overdose appear, the drug should be discontinued immediately and consult a doctor. Treatment of an overdose is symptomatic.

Drug Interactions

Activated tablet pills are not recommended to be taken concomitantly with any other medicinal products, since charcoal is impaired absorption of active substances, and accordingly the therapeutic effect of the drugs will be reduced.
If it is necessary to combine the Coal activated with other drugs, it is necessary to maintain a time interval of at least 3 hours between doses.

special instructions

During the administration of the drug, feces can be painted black, which is the norm and does not require the withdrawal of treatment.
Coal activated does not affect the speed of psychomotor reactions and the work of the central nervous system.

Terms of Sale and Storage

Activated corneal tablets are dispensed from pharmacies freely, for this you do not need a prescription from a doctor. Keep the package with the drug in a dry, well ventilated area, away from volatile agents and foreign odors. Avoid direct sunlight on the drug.
The shelf life of Coal tablets is 2 years from the date of manufacture, provided the product is properly stored.