Actidose-Aqua
Generic name:activated charcoal [ CHAR-coal ]
Brand names: Actidose-Aqua, Charcocaps, Char-Flo Aqueous Base, EZChar, Insta-Char, Optimum Charcoal
Drug classes:Antidotes, Miscellaneous GI agents
What is Actidose-Aqua?
Common charcoal is made from wood, coconut shell, peat, coal, or petroleum. "Actidose-Aqua" is a processed form of common charcoal that contains pores that can trap other chemicals and prevent them from being absorbed by the body.
Actidose-Aqua is used to treat certain types of chemical poisonings.
Actidose-Aqua has also been used in alternative medicine as an aid in treating gas and indigestion.
It is not certain whether Actidose-Aqua is effective in treating any medical condition. Medicinal use of this product has not been approved by the FDA. This medicine should not be used in place of medication prescribed for you by your doctor.
Actidose-Aqua is often sold as an herbal supplement. There are no regulated manufacturing standards in place for many herbal compounds and some marketed supplements have been found to be contaminated with toxic metals or other drugs. Herbal/health supplements should be purchased from a reliable source to minimize the risk of contamination.
Actidose-Aqua may also be used for purposes not listed in this product guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on the product label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
Do not use this product without medical advice to treat poisoning. Actidose-Aqua may cause more serious problems if used to treat poisoning caused by certain chemicals such as turpentine, lye, strong acids, kerosene, gasoline, paint thinner, cleaning fluid, or furniture polish.
Ask a doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare provider if it is safe for you to use this product for other conditions if you have ever had:
slow digestion; or
a blockage in your digestive tract (stomach or intestines).
Ask a doctor before using this product if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
If possible during an emergency, tell your medical caregivers if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Do not give any herbal/health supplement to a child without medical advice.
How should I take Actidose-Aqua?
Call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222 before using Actidose-Aqua to treat a poisoning.
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