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Charcoal should not be given for more than three or four days for treatment of diarrhea. Continuing for longer periods may interfere with normal nutrition.

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How do you get activated charcoal?

The best place to buy all kinds of activated carbon/charcoal products (over 150) is www.BuyActivatedCharcoal.com


Can you substitute pulverized charcoal briquettes for activated charcoal?

No, pulverized charcoal briquettes cannot be used as a substitute for activated charcoal in applications such as water filtration or medical treatments. Activated charcoal goes through a specific activation process that increases its surface area and makes it more effective for adsorption. Using charcoal briquettes may not have the same level of adsorption capacity or purity as activated charcoal.


Activated charcoal will adsorb all of the following except?

Tennis Balls, activated charcoal will certainly not adsorb tennis balls.


Do you need a prescription for activated charcoal?

Activated charcoal is available in various forms such as capsules, powders, and liquids, and it is commonly sold over the counter in pharmacies and health food stores. A prescription is not typically required to purchase activated charcoal products for general use. However, it's advisable to consult a healthcare professional before using activated charcoal for medicinal purposes.


Why does activated charcoal cause constipation?

The simple activated charcoal suspension will cause constipation for most patients and stools will be darkened due to the indigestibility of the charcoal itself. Using Activated Charcoal and Sorbitol Suspension The activated charcoal and sorbitol suspension is the most commonly used form of activated charcoal. Activated charcoal is known to cause constipation so sorbitol is generally used to counteract that side effect. Sorbitol is a sweetener known to cause diarrhea. Sorbitol is mixed with the activated charcoal to counteract the constipation that generally occurs with activated charcoal. While the sorbitol is meant to counteract the constipation likely to develop from the use of activated charcoal, some people may find themselves overly sensitive to this chemical and develop diarrhea. For those who are particularly sensitive to sorbitol, diarrhea may be a very uncomfortable side effect. Darkened stools should always be expected when using activated charcoal because all of the charcoal consumed is passed from the body along with the toxic substance it was meant to treat

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What side effects does activated charcoal have?

Charcoal may cause constipation when taken for a drug overdose or accidental poisoning. A laxative should be taken after the crisis is over. Activated charcoal may cause the stool to turn black. This side effect is to be expected.


Is activated charcoal the one used for bbq?

no. its taken to clear your system of toxin


How is activated charcoal and syrup of ipecac taken together to treat poisoning?

Ipecac must be used first. Activated charcoal should not be taken until 30 minutes after taking syrup of ipecac, or until the vomiting caused by ipecac stops.


What are the indications for Requa Activated Charcoal?

What are the indications for activated charcoal? Will it work on a liquid?.


How long does activated charcoal take to clean drugs out of your urine?

it won't


Is all fish tank charcoal activated?

Activated charcoal is the ONLY kind of charcoal that should be used in an aquarium.


How do you get activated charcoal?

The best place to buy all kinds of activated carbon/charcoal products (over 150) is www.BuyActivatedCharcoal.com


Can you use activated charcoal and ipecac at the same time?

Charcoal should not be given together with syrup of ipecac. The charcoal will adsorb the ipecac. Charcoal should be taken 30 minutes after ipecac or after the vomiting from ipecac stops.


What does activated charcoal smell like?

Activated charcoal typically has a neutral or slightly earthy smell.


Can you substitute pulverized charcoal briquettes for activated charcoal?

No, pulverized charcoal briquettes cannot be used as a substitute for activated charcoal in applications such as water filtration or medical treatments. Activated charcoal goes through a specific activation process that increases its surface area and makes it more effective for adsorption. Using charcoal briquettes may not have the same level of adsorption capacity or purity as activated charcoal.


How long does it take for activated charcoal to effectively absorb odors?

Activated charcoal can effectively absorb odors within a few hours to a few days, depending on the size of the area and the intensity of the odor.


How long does activated charcoal last in terms of its effectiveness for detoxification and absorption of toxins in the body?

Activated charcoal typically remains effective for detoxification and absorption of toxins in the body for about 4-6 hours after ingestion.