What is Activated Vegetable Charcoal: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

How to take Activated Vegetable Charcoal

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

• This medicine is not for long-term use.

• Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.

• Liquid: You may need to shake the product container for at least 30 seconds before use.

• Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• This medicine is not for long-term use.

• Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

• Liquid: You may need to shake the product container for at least 30 seconds before use.

What to do if you miss a dose of Activated Vegetable Charcoal

Activated Vegetable Charcoal contraindications

• This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to any of the ingredients listed on the package label.

Activated Vegetable Charcoal warnings

• Some forms of this product should not be given to a child younger than 1 year. Do not give this product to a child who is younger than 12 years, unless your doctor tells you to.

• Drink plenty of liquids to help avoid constipation.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have any digestive problems such as a bowel obstruction or constipation.

• Tell your doctor if you have a fructose (fruit sugar) allergy. This medicine may contain a sweetener that can cause an allergic reaction if you have a fructose allergy.

• Do not use this medicine to treat poisoning unless you are told to do so by a doctor or poison control center. This product can be dangerous if it is not used correctly. Do not give this medicine to a person who is not fully awake.

Activated Vegetable Charcoal interactions

• Many other drugs can interact with activated charcoal. Tell your doctor about all other medicines you are using.

• Tell your doctor if you have a fructose (fruit sugar) allergy. This medicine may contain a sweetener that can cause an allergic reaction if you have a fructose allergy.

• Do not use this medicine to treat poisoning unless you are told to do so by a doctor or poison control center. This product can be dangerous if it is not used correctly. Do not give this medicine to a person who is not fully awake.

• Some forms of this product should not be given to a child younger than 1 year. Do not give this product to a child who is younger than 12 years, unless your doctor tells you to.

• Drink plenty of liquids to help avoid constipation.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.