Charcoal Antidote

Information About Charcoal Antidote

Uses of Charcoal Antidote

Charcoal antidote is used in the emergency treatment of certain kinds of poisoning. it helps prevent the poison from being absorbed from the stomach into the body.

How Charcoal Antidote Works

Charcoal Antidote works by inhibiting the gastrointestinal absorption of toxic substances or irritants. When mixes with sorbitol, it acts as a laxative and provides a hyperosmotic environment which then causes catharsis.

Side Effects of Charcoal Antidote

Diarrhea, Constipation, Vomiting, Black stools, Bowel obstruction, Hemorrhage, Hypotension, Blackening of teeth and mouth, Thrombocytopenia, Hypoglycemia

Authorship

Written By

Dr Mohd Ramzdhan Bin Mohd Masdar

MD (Crimea State Medical University)

Reviewed By

Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli

MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)

Charcoal Antidote Related Warnings

Alcohol Safe

It is safe to consume alcohol with Charcoal Antidote. Some studies reported that Charcoal Antidote adsorb alcohol poorly and there are no differences in the concentrations of plasma alcohol with or without Charcoal Antidote.

Pregnancy Limited Data

Charcoal Antidote has not been assigned to any FDA pregnancy category. There is no human or animal studies on the usage of Charcoal Antidote in pregnancy.

Lactation Safe If Prescribed

It is safe to use Charcoal Antidote during breastfeeding.

Driving Generally Safe

Charcoal Antidote usually does not affect the ability to drive. Do not drive unless you are feeling well.

Kidney Safe If Prescribed

It is safe to use Charcoal Antidote in patients with renal impairment as it is not systemically absorbed.

Liver Safe If Prescribed

It is safe to use Charcoal Antidote in patients with liver impairment as it is not systemically absorbed.