Description
Latin name
Carbo activatus
packaging 50 pcs
Indications
Dyspepsia,
intoxication in dysentery,
salmonellosis,
foodborne toxicosis,
flatulence,
hypersecretion of hydrochloric acid in the stomach,
allergic diseases,
chemical poisoning,
drugs (including alkaloids, heavy metal salts)
to reduce gas formation in preparation for x-ray and endoscopic examinations.
Contraindications
Individual intolerance to the drug Activated charcoal,
ulcerative gastrointestinal tract (including peptic ulcer of the stomach and 12 duodenal ulcer, ulcerative colitis),
bleeding from the gastrointestinal tract.
Use during pregnancy and lactation
It is possible to use the drug during pregnancy and during breastfeeding if the expected benefit to the mother outweighs the potential risk to the fetus and the baby. It is necessary to consult a doctor.
Composition
1 tablet contains activated carbon 0.25 g
Dosage and administration
Inside, in tablets or in the form of an aqueous suspension of crushed tablets, 1-2 hours before or after eating and taking other medicines. The required number of tablets is stirred in 100 ml (1/2 cup) of chilled water.
Adults are prescribed an average of 1.0-2.0 g (4-8 tablets) 3-4 times a day. The maximum single dose for adults is up to 8.0 g (16 tablets).
For children, the drug is prescribed on average 0.05 g / kg body weight 3 times a day, depending on body weight. The maximum single dose is up to 0.2 g / kg body weight. The course of treatment for acute diseases is 3-5 days, for allergies and chronic diseases – up to 14 days. Repeated course – after 2 weeks on the recommendation of a doctor.
In acute poisoning, treatment is prescribed with gastric lavage using a suspension of activated charcoal, then 20-30 g of the drug are given orally.
When flatulence is prescribed orally, 1.0-2.0 g (4-8 tablets) 3-4 times a day. The course of treatment is 3-7 days.
Side effects of
dyspeptic disorders,
gastrointestinal bleeding,
anorexia,
relapse of gastric ulcer and duodenal ulcer,
headaches, srd constipation or diarrhea, staining of stool in a dark color. With prolonged use (more than 14 days), a decrease in the absorption of vitamins, calcium and other nutrients from the gastrointestinal tract is possible.
In case of side effects that are not described in these instructions, you should stop taking the drug and inform your doctor.
Drug Interaction
Activated charcoal has adsorbing properties and, when taken at a high dose with other drugs, is able to significantly reduce their absorption from the gastrointestinal tract, which leads to a decrease in the effectiveness of other drugs.
overdose
No overdose has been reported to date.
Storage conditions
Store in a dry place at room temperature 15-25 ° C.
Expiration
3 years.
Deystvuyuschee substances
Activated ugol`
dosage form
drug vein form
tablets
Pharmstandard-Leksredstva, Russia