制酸劑 GI adsorbent for known or suspected toxic ingestion

Activated charcoal is useful in absorbing gases and toxins from mineral, bacterial, viral and plant sources. It is known to relieve symptoms of stomach pain, cramping, bloating and severe indigestion

Absence of bowel sounds, Gastrointestinal perforation, Intestinal obstruction, Recent surgery, Risk of gastrointestinal hemorrhage

No data available

Infant risk can not be ruled out.

Gastrointestinal: Black feces, Diarrhea, Vomiting; Respiratory: Pulmonary aspiration

PO 30-100g (1-2g/kg) then 0.5g/kg Q4H; when administered with sorbitol, the recommended dose is 4.3ml/kg of 70% sorbitol Q4H until charcoal stool is passed.
Children: Activated charcoal 1g/kg + 4.3ml/kg of 35% sorbitol