ACTIVATED CHARCOAL: 295 Adverse Event Reports & Safety Profile
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Route: ORAL · Manufacturer: The Flower Remedy · HUMAN OTC DRUG · FDA Label: Available
First Report: 20050101 · Latest Report: 20241112
What Are the Most Common ACTIVATED CHARCOAL Side Effects?
All ACTIVATED CHARCOAL Side Effects by Frequency
| Side Effect | Reports | % of Total | Deaths | Hosp. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overdose | 73 | 24.8% | 4 | 73 |
| Toxicity to various agents | 69 | 23.4% | 36 | 48 |
| Off label use | 62 | 21.0% | 5 | 56 |
| Drug ineffective | 59 | 20.0% | 25 | 49 |
| Drug abuse | 50 | 17.0% | 7 | 46 |
| Intentional product misuse | 49 | 16.6% | 4 | 48 |
| Completed suicide | 48 | 16.3% | 48 | 17 |
| Rash | 45 | 15.3% | 3 | 43 |
| Abdominal discomfort | 44 | 14.9% | 3 | 43 |
| Arthropathy | 43 | 14.6% | 3 | 43 |
| Hypotension | 43 | 14.6% | 10 | 36 |
| Lower respiratory tract infection | 43 | 14.6% | 3 | 43 |
| Product dose omission issue | 43 | 14.6% | 3 | 42 |
| Pulmonary pain | 43 | 14.6% | 3 | 43 |
| Obesity | 39 | 13.2% | 0 | 39 |
| Intentional overdose | 37 | 12.5% | 10 | 37 |
| Amyloid arthropathy | 36 | 12.2% | 0 | 36 |
| Cardiac arrest | 36 | 12.2% | 12 | 29 |
| Lactic acidosis | 36 | 12.2% | 3 | 33 |
| Bradycardia | 34 | 11.5% | 4 | 26 |
Who Reports ACTIVATED CHARCOAL Side Effects? Age & Gender Data
Gender: 74.8% female, 25.2% male. Average age: 52.1 years. Most reports from: GB. View detailed demographics →
Is ACTIVATED CHARCOAL Getting Safer? Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Deaths | Hosp. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 2006 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 2014 | 5 | 2 | 2 |
| 2015 | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| 2016 | 17 | 6 | 13 |
| 2017 | 9 | 6 | 0 |
| 2018 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 9 | 1 | 6 |
| 2020 | 41 | 4 | 38 |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| 2024 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
What Is ACTIVATED CHARCOAL Used For?
| Indication | Reports |
|---|---|
| Product used for unknown indication | 115 |
| Toxicity to various agents | 49 |
| Overdose | 26 |
| Intentional overdose | 8 |
| Chronic kidney disease | 5 |
ACTIVATED CHARCOAL vs Alternatives: Which Is Safer?
Official FDA Label for ACTIVATED CHARCOAL
Official prescribing information from the FDA-approved drug label.
FDA Approved Uses (Indications)
"Guard" Wash: .cleanses the anal area . refreshes the skin for a cleanfeeling.maintains natural pH balance of the skin . prepares skin for further careand treatment .suitable for daily use, promoting regular care "Lubricate" Pre-care: .cleanses and prepares the anorectal area beforeactivities .reduces friction ,moisturizes . provides a barrier againstirritants .protects sensitive skin from irritation "Oasis" After-care: .relieves anorectal itching and discomfort . alleviatespain and soreness ,reduces burning sensations . calms the anal areaafter activity.supports healing from minor irritations .reduces irritation associatedwith hemorrhoids .quickens recovery from anal fissures and proctalgia .makes bowel movements more comfortable and less painful.
Dosage & Administration
Directions for 1 oz bottle When Activated Charcoal is indicated for use, give 3 to 4 heaping tablespoonfulls (20 to 30 g) mixed in a minimum of 8 ounces of liquid or as directed by a health professional. If an emergency, fill this bottle with water. Mix well and have poison victim drink all of this mixture. Repeat dose immediately, if possible. If previous attempts to contact a poison control center, emergency medical center or health professional were unsuccessful, continue trying. If possible save the container of poison.
Directions for 8 oz bottle When Activated Charcoal is indicated, the usual dose is as follows: 0-10 years of age: 1 to 3 heaping tablespoonfulls (10 -25 g) mixed in a minimum of 8 ounces of liquid. 10 - 12 yrs of age: 3 - 6 tablespoonfulls (25 - 50 g) mixed in a minimum of 8 ounces of liquid. Greater than 12 years of age: 3 to 12 tablespoonfulls (25 - 100g) mixed with a minimum of 8 ounces of liquid or as directed by a health professional. mix well and have poison victim drink all of this mixture. Repeat dose immediately, if possible. If the previous attempts to contact poison control center, emergency medical center or health professional were unsuccessful, continue trying. If possible save the container of poison.
Contraindications
Care & contra-indications: This is a homoeopathic remedy, no contra-indications are established.
FDA Boxed Warning
If possible call a Poison Control Center, emergency medical facility, or health professional for help before using this product. If help cannot be reached quickly, follow directions on this label. Read the warnings and directions as soon as you buy this product. Insert emergency phone number(s) in space provided below on the label.
Warnings
Warning: Do not use if Tamper Evident Seal imprinted "Sealed for Your Protection" is broken or missing. This product is sealed with either a shrink band around the cap or foil seal under cap.
Warnings Do not give Activated Charcoal until after patient has vomited unless directed by a health professional. Do not use in persons who are not fully conscious. Do not use this product unless directed by a health professional if turpentine, corrosives such as alkalies (lye) and strong acids or petroleum didtillates, such as kerosene, gasoline, paint thinner, cleaning fluid or furniture polish have been ingested. Do not give if poison victim is unconscious or having convulsions. Keep patient active and moving.
Active Ingredient
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: (in each drop): 12.48% of , Arsenicum Iodatum 12X, Avena Sativa 12X, Baryta Carbonica 12X, Phosphorus 12X, Silicea 12X, Thyroidinum (Suis) 12X, Aluminum 12X, 30X, Antimony 12X, 30X, Barium 12X, 30X , Beryllium 12X, 30X , Bismuth 12X, 30X, Boron 12X, 30X, Bromine 12X, 30X, Calcium 12X, 30X, Carbon 12X, 30X, Cerium 12X, 30X, Cesium 12X, 30X , Chloride 12X, 30X , Chromium 12X, 30X, Cobalt 12X, 30X, Copper 12X, 30X, Dysprosium 12X, 30X, Erbium 12X, 30X, Europium 12X, 30X, Fluoride 12X, 30X, Gadolinium 12X, 30X, Gallium 12X, 30X, Germanium 12X, 30X, Gold 12X, 30X, Hafnium 12X, 30X, Holmium 12X, 30X, Indium 12X, 30X, Iodine 12X, 30X, Iridium 12X, 30X, Iron 12X, 30X, Lanthanum 12X, 30X, Lithium 12X, 30X, Lutetium 12X, 30X, Magnesium 12X, 30X, Manganese 12X, 30X, Molybdenum 12X, 30X, Neodymium 12X, 30X, Nickel 12X, 30X, Niobium 12X, 30X, Osmium 12X, 30X, Palladium 12X, 30X, Phosphorus 12X, 30X, Platinum 12X, 30X, Potassium 12X, 30X, Praseodymium 12X, 30X, Rhenium 12X, 30X, Rhodium 12X, 30X, Rubidium 12X, 30X, Ruthenium 12X, 30X, Samarium 12X, 30X, Scandium 12X, 30X, Selenium 12X, 30X, Silicon 12X, 30X, Silver 12X, 30X, Sodium 12X, 30X, Strontium 12X, 30X, Sulfur 12X, 30X, Tantalum 12X, 30X, Tellurium 12X, 30X, Terbium 12X, 30X, Thallium 12X, 30X, Thorium 12X, 30X, Thulium 12X, 30X, Tin 12X, 30X, Titanium 12X, 30X, Tungsten 12X, 30X, Vanadium 12X, 30X, Ytterbium 12X, 30X, Yttrium 12X, 30X, Zinc 12X, 30X, Zirconium 12X, 30X; 0.10% of Aralia Quinquefolia 3X, Ginkgo Biloba 3X.
Inactive Ingredients
Polyethylene Glycol Polysorbate 60 Cactus Extract Oat Bran Extract Ophiopogon Japonicus Root Extract Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract Water Sodium Chloride DMDM Hydantoin Disodium EDTA Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate Sodium Sulfate Butylene Glycol Phenoxyethanol Lauryl Alcohol