Activated Charcoal

Activated Carbon

Family: N/A (carbon) Evidence: A capsulepowder

Emergency poison treatment — adsorbs toxins in GI tract. Hospital use for drug overdose. Consumer use for gas/bloating (limited evidence). BINDS medications and nutrients — take 2+ hours apart. Black stool is normal. NOT for daily detox.

Safety Profile

PregnancySafe
BreastfeedingSafe
PediatricSafe

Contraindications

Bowel obstruction. NOT for all poisons (caustics, alcohols, lithium, iron). Dehydration.

Interactions

BINDS ALMOST ALL ORAL MEDICATIONS — take 2+ hours apart. Reduces effectiveness of drugs.

Side Effects

Black stool, constipation, vomiting. May cause bowel obstruction if dehydrated.

This information is for educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare provider before using any herbal product.