What is a activated charcoal used for?

Activated charcoal is used in the emergency treatment of certain kinds of poisoning. It helps prevent the poison from being absorbed from the stomach into the body. Sometimes, several doses of activated charcoal are needed to treat severe poisoning.

When should I take activated charcoal?

Taking activated charcoal by mouth is useful for trapping drugs and other types of chemicals to stop poisoning. It should be used under the guidance of a healthcare provider along with standard treatments for poisoning.

What is the side effect of activated charcoal?

Activated charcoal will cause your stools to turn black. This is to be expected while you are taking this medicine. There have not been any other side effects reported with this medicine. However, if you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.

Can I take activated charcoal every day?

Working to eliminate toxins and chemicals that linger in our bodies, taking a few capsules of activated charcoal per day can flush your system. (3) This can help to improve mental clarity, support a healthy digestive system, and can even reduce kidney and liver problems.

Does charcoal detoxify the body?

Charcoal binds to poison in the gastrointestinal tract and stops it from being absorbed into the bloodstream. The toxins are then passed out of the body in the stool.

How do you feel after taking activated charcoal?

Some studies show that activated charcoal can help with gas and indigestion. But other studies disagree. A mix of charcoal and the gas-relieving drug simethicone seems to help ease pain, gas, and bloating. But activated charcoal can also cause vomiting, so for some people, it could make an upset stomach worse.

Where can i buy activated charcoal in Namibia??

You can purchase an activated charcoal from Dis-Wernhill , City Pharmacy and Zero Waste Products.