MedicinePOMEssential

Charcoal Activated

Activated charcoal is an emergency treatment that binds (adsorbs) swallowed poisons in the gut.

Clinical information

Common uses

emergency adsorption of swallowed poisons

Cautions

do not use in people who are not fully conscious
not for corrosives, turpentine or petroleum products unless directed
use with guidance from a poison centre or health professional

Reference information, not medical advice — always follow your doctor or pharmacist. Source: DailyMed, dailymed.nlm.nih.gov, Actidose-Aqua (activated charcoal) OTC label, setid c85dc235-3f42-4361-9bd2-1aaff798ad75 (accessed 2026-08-16)

Approved brands & formulations1

Brand name	Dosage form	Strength	Importer	Category
Charcoal Activated	Powder, cans or packs or tablets	50 g cans or packs or 250mg tablet	—	POM