Poison Adsorbent
FDA Drug Information • Also known as: Insta-Char Aqueous Cherry, Insta-Char Sorbitol
- Brand Names
- Insta-Char Aqueous Cherry, Insta-Char Sorbitol
- Route
- ORAL
- Dosage Form
- SUSPENSION
- Product Type
- HUMAN OTC DRUG
What Is Poison Adsorbent Used For?
Uses For emergency use to adsorb swallowed poisons.
Dosage and Administration
Directions Shake vigorously to suspend charcoal before use. Remove foil seal underneath cap and replace cap. Cut off delivery tip of bottle 3/4 inch from end to insert drinking straw included with bottle. Pull or cut off tip from included cherry flavor and squeeze flavor into straw. Administer entire 240 mL if possible. Repeat dose immediately with Insta-Char Aqueous base product if possible. 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. Age Dose Adults and children 12 years and over and weighing at least 32 kg (71 lbs.) 50 - 100 g (1-2 adult bottles) or 1-2 g per kg of body weight. If a second borrles is recommended, the additional bottle should be Insta-Char in an Aqueous Base unless otherwise directed by a physician.
Warnings and Precautions
Warnings Do not use until after the patient has vomited, unless directed by a health professional in persons that are not fully conscious 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 If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children.
About This Information
This drug information is sourced from FDA-approved labeling via the openFDA database. It is intended for educational and reference purposes only. This is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making decisions about medication. Drug information may be updated by the FDA; check with your pharmacist for the most current information.
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