What is Activated charcoal/sorbitol?
Treating poisoning or overdose in certain circumstances.
Activated charcoal/sorbitol is an adsorbent and laxative combination. Activated charcoal works by binding with the poison in the stomach to decrease absorption of the poison into the body. Sorbitol works to help move the charcoal and poison out of the stomach and intestines more quickly.
Activated charcoal/sorbitol indications
emergency treatment of poisoning
How should I use Activated charcoal/sorbitol?
Use Activated charcoal/sorbitol as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Shake well before using.
- Use a measuring device marked for medicine dosing. Ask your pharmacist for help if you are unsure of how to measure this dose.
- If you miss a dose of Activated charcoal/sorbitol, contact your doctor right away.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Activated charcoal/sorbitol.
Activated charcoal/sorbitol side effects
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What are the possible side effects of Activated charcoal/sorbitol?
Applies to charcoal / sorbitol: suspension
Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Constipation; diarrhea; temporary darkening of the stool; vomiting.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur while taking charcoal / sorbitol:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).
What is the most important information I should know about Activated charcoal/sorbitol?
- Activated charcoal/sorbitol may cause your stools to turn black.
- PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant while taking Activated charcoal/sorbitol, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Activated charcoal/sorbitol during pregnancy. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you are using Activated charcoal/sorbitol, check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.
Active ingredient matches for Activated charcoal/sorbitol:
Activated charcoal/sorbitol
List of Activated charcoal/sorbitol substitutes (brand and generic names) | Sort by popularity |
| Unit description / dosage (Manufacturer) | Price, USD |
| Actidose with Sorbitol Suspension | |
| Activated charcoal and activated charcoal/ sorbitol suspension | |
| Activated Charcoal and Activated Charcoal/Sorbitol Suspension | |
| Activated Charcoal and Sorbitol Suspension | |
| Activated Charcoal/Activated Charcoal/Sorbitol | |
| Charflo sorbitol (Turkey) | |
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