Carbo Medicinalis
Carbo Medicinalis helps by soaking up harmful and unwanted substances in your stomach and intestines, and it's used for sudden diarrhea, along with a special diet.
Form
kapseli, kova
Strength
200 mg
Active Ingredient
CHARCOAL, ACTIVATED
Manufacturer
Norit Nederland B.V.
How to Use
Dosage
Take 3 to 4 capsules at a time.
Method
Swallow the capsules with water.
Important
Do not take more than 12 capsules in one day.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Vomiting
- •Constipation
- •Stomach discomfort
- •Diarrhea
- •Nausea
- •Sudden urge to go to the bathroom
- •Irritation around the anus
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to activated carbon or any other ingredient in this medicine.
- Do not use if you have a complete blockage in your intestines.
- Do not use if you have sudden stomach pain or open sores (ulcers) in your intestines, like with ulcerative colitis.
- If your diarrhea continues and there's a risk of becoming dehydrated, talk to your doctor.
- This medicine might make your poop look black.
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- Activated carbon can make other medicines you take by mouth work less well.
- If you take birth control pills, Carbo Medicinalis might make them less effective. You should use another method of birth control too.
- Don't use this medicine if you are taking medicines that slow down your bowel movements.
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or think you might be, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using this medicine.