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FDA LABEL
GENERIC: Activated Charcoal MFR: Padagis US LLC
Actidose 208 Mg/ml Oral Suspension
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Activated Charcoal
Purpose
Poison Adsorbent
INDICATIONS AND USAGE
- For emergency use to adsorb swallowed poisons.
WARNINGS
- Do not give activated charcoal until after the 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 distillates (such as kerosene, gasoline, paint thinner, cleaning fluid or furniture polish), have been ingested.
Keep out of reach of children.
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
- Oral dosage: 20 to 30 grams of activated charcoal in a minimum of 8 ounces of liquid or as directed by a health professional. Repeat dose immediately, if possible.
- Shake well.
- Snip tapered tip as indicated in drawing and remove. Holding the tube upright, carefully cut off tube closure. Reattach tapered tip and connect to any charcoal administration set or squeeze contents in a cup with a minimum of 4 ounces of liquid for patient to drink.
- If previous attempts to contact a poison control center, emergency medical facility, or health professional were unsuccessful, continue trying.
- Keep patient active and moving.
- Save the container of poison.
- Store at 20-25°C (68-77°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Do not refrigerate.
Citric acid, glycerin, propylene glycol, sorbitol, and water.
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Package/Label Principal Display Panel
NDC 0574-0520-74
ACTIDOSE® with SORBITOL
ACTIVATED CHARCOAL SUSPENSION
25 grams Activated Charcoal
48 grams Sorbitol
POISON ADSORBENT
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. Write emergency phone numbers in space provided.
Emergency Phone Number:
WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm – www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
CONTENTS: 120 mL (4 fl oz)