Indications
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Emergency treatment for acute oral poisoning or drug overdose
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Works by absorbing toxic substances or drugs, reducing their absorption into the blood, and aiding elimination from the body
Key Features
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Contains activated charcoal in the form of very fine granules
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Not absorbed into the blood – passes through the gut unchanged
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Typically administered under medical supervision
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For single use only
Warnings & Precautions
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Do not take if you have already taken:
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A medicine to induce vomiting
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An oral antidote such as methionine (will be absorbed by Carbomix)
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Limited effectiveness for poisoning caused by:
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Corrosive substances (acids or alkalis)
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Cyanide
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Iron salts
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Certain solvents (e.g. methanol, ethanol, ethylene glycol)
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May make immediate endoscopy procedures more difficult
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Can stain if spilt
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
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Consult your doctor or pharmacist before use
Important Information
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Contains glycerol, which may cause headache, stomach upset, or diarrhoea in some patients
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