Activated Charcoal

Question 1

Activated Charcoal

Class:

Answer 1

Absorbent

Question 2

Activated Charcoal

Mechanism of Action:

Answer 2

Binds and absorbs toxins preventing GI absorption

Question 3

Activated Charcoal

Indications:

Answer 3

Poisoning by mouth

Question 4

Activated Charcoal

Contraindications:

Answer 4

Must be able to swallow
Must NOT be actively vomiting
(Medication must be able to stay in stomach to maximize absorption)
Must NOT have swallowed acids of Alkalis

Question 5

Activated Charcoal

Precautions:

Answer 5

Caution when administering PO to an altered PT

Question 6

Activated Charcoal

Side effects:

Answer 6

Nausea
Vomiting
Constipation

Question 7

Activated Charcoal

Adult & Pediatric Dosage:

Answer 7

1-2 grams mixed in water
(Typically 50-75 grams)

Question 8

Activated Charcoal

Route:

Answer 8

PO
NG

Question 9

Activated Charcoal

How its supplied:

Answer 9

Bottle: 25 grams

Question 10

Activated Charcoal

Onset:

Answer 10

Immediately

Question 11

Activated Charcoal

Duration of Action:

Answer 11

Will act until excreted from body