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2. Activated charcoal (medication) - Wikipedia

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   Charcoal biscuits were sold in England starting in the early 19th century, originally as remedy to flatulence and stomach trouble. [9]Tablets or capsules of activated carbon are used in many countries as an over-the-counter drug to treat diarrhea, indigestion, and flatulence. [10]

3. Caustic ingestion - Wikipedia

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   Activated charcoal does not neutralize caustics and can also obscure endoscopic visualization. [1] There is no known clinical benefit of neutralization of the caustic substances; neutralization releases heat as well as causing gaseous distention and vomiting, all of which can worsen injuries.

4. Salicylate poisoning - Wikipedia

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   The initial dose of activated charcoal is most useful if given within 2 hours of initial ingestion. [9] Contraindications to the use of activated charcoal include altered mental status (due to the risk of aspiration), GI bleeding (often due to salicylates) or poor gastric motility. [9] Whole bowel irrigation using the laxative polyethylene ...

5. Activated charcoal benefits explained: Does it actually ... - AOL

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   Activated charcoal has moved to the forefront as traditional treatments such as ipecac-induced vomiting or stomach pumping have fallen out of favor; in short because gastric suctioning is high ...

6. Digoxin toxicity - Wikipedia

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   Activated charcoal may be used if it can be given within two hours of the person taking the medication. [1] Atropine may be used if the heart rate is slow while magnesium sulfate may be used in those with premature ventricular contractions. [2] Treatment of severe toxicity is with digoxin-specific antibody fragments. [1]

7. Why norovirus is so hard to kill: Here's how to protect ... - AOL

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   One of the dangers of prolific vomiting and diarrhea is the loss of fluids, which can lead to severe dehydration. ... Moderna has begun a phase three trial in the U.S. for a vaccine using mRNA ...

8. Gastrointestinal bleeding - Wikipedia

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   Vomiting red blood, ... 100 per 100,000 adults per year [8] ... Bismuth found in many antacids may turn stools black as may activated charcoal. [2]

9. Norovirus cases are surging. A doctor explains what to look for

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   Wen: Symptoms of norovirus include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and stomach cramps. Some people may also experience fatigue, low-grade fever, chills, headaches and muscle aches. ... Adults should ...