Carbo Medicinalis
Carbo Medicinalis tablets are primarily used to treat diarrhea and flatulence, and can also be used as first aid for acute poisonings.
Form
tabletti
Strength
250 mg
Active Ingredient
CHARCOAL, ACTIVATED
Manufacturer
Orifarm Healthcare A/S
How to Use
Dosage
Adults: 2-10 tablets 3-4 times daily for diarrhea and flatulence. Children (flatulence): 1-5 tablets 3-4 times daily. Children over 12 (diarrhea): 1-5 tablets 3-4 times daily.
Method
Tablets should be swallowed whole with liquid.
Important
For acute poisoning, the recommended dose for adults is 200 tablets as a single dose; this dose should not be exceeded.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Temporary constipation, which can be treated with laxatives if needed.
- •Charcoal turns stools black, but this is harmless.
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to activated charcoal or any other ingredients in this medicine.
- Do not use if you have bleeding, perforation, or narrowing in your stomach or intestines, suspected bowel obstruction, or ulcerative colitis.
- Do not use for poisonings caused by corrosive substances (like strong acids/bases), alcohols, petroleum products, fluoride, cyanide, or metals (like iron/lithium), as activated charcoal does not bind to these substances.
- Do not take Carbo Medicinalis at the same time as other medicines, as activated charcoal can prevent other medicines from being absorbed.
- Do not give activated charcoal to a drowsy or unconscious patient at home, as they may choke or inhale it into their lungs.
Show 2 more warnings
- This medicine contains sugar (sucrose and lactose), which should be considered if you have diabetes.
- If diarrhea symptoms last longer than 48 hours, contact a doctor to find out the cause.