Sometimes, several doses of activated charcoal are needed to treat severe poisoning.Īctivated charcoal is often combined with sorbitol, which acts as a laxative to stimulate the bowels and help move any toxic substances through the system.
As a general rule, a large dose of activated charcoal should be given as soon as possible after ingestion of any toxic substance, toxic plant, toxic insect such as blister beetle, or other health-threatening toxic substance.Īctivated charcoal helps prevent poison from being absorbed from the stomach into the bloodstream and body.
UsageĪctivated charcoal is known as a universal antidote and detoxifier, used with horses, humans, and other animals. The oxidation process erodes the charcoal's internal surfaces and increases its absorption capacity by creating an internal network of fine pores. Activated Charcoal Gel with ElectrolytesĪctivated charcoal is a highly absorbent, gritty black material created by carbonizing organic matter under anaerobic conditions and activating the material with oxidizing gases, such as steam or high air temperatures.
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