Activated Charcoal (Actidose) Flashcards
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Activated Charcoal Class
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Adsorbent (binding agent)
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Activated Charcoal Description
A
Absorb and bind toxins from GI tract.
Combined w/ Sorbitol to promote GI stability
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Activated Charcoal Indications
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Acute ingested poisoning
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Activated Charcoal Contraindications
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Uncontrolled air-way.
Ingestion of cyanide, mineral acids, caustic alkalis, organic solvents, iron, ethanol, methanol
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Activated Charcoal Precautions
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Administer only after emesis or in cases where emesis is contraindicated
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Activated Charcoal Side effects
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Constipation
Diarrhea
Temporary darkening of stool
Vomit
7
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Activated Charcoal Adult Dosage
A
50 gms PO
8
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Activated Charcoal Peds Dosage
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1g/kg PO, max 25 gms
