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11 Cards in this Set
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Classification*
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Adsorbent
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Mechanism of Action*
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1. Bind (adsorbs) toxic substances inhibiting gastrointestinal absorption, leaving less toxic substance in body circulation
2. Increases fecal elimination of drug/ Charcoal complex |
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Indications
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Suspected ingestion of drugs or chemicals
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Contraindications*
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1. Patients with a comprised airway - need to minimize chance for aspiration or obstruction
2. ingestion of iron or multi vitamins |
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Side effects
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Respiratory, Choking
Gastrointestinal, vomiting, black stools ,abdominal cramping/ bloating |
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Precautions
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1. Should not be administered immediately after syrup ipecac
2. must shake vigorously prior to administration 3. Do not use charcoal with sorbitol (an added sweetener) in Children < 1yr |
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interactions
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will not bind with alcohol
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Routes of administration*
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PO voluntarily by patient or PO via nasogastric/ orogastric tube
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Onset and Duration of Actions
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Onset is immediate, peak effect and duration are unknown
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Dosage*
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Adult and Ped 1g/kg PO
Normal adult dose 25-50g |
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Notes
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1. Does not adsorb cyanide, ethanol, methanol, ferrous sulfate, caustiv alkali, or mineral acids
2. Most effective if administered within 30 mins of ingestion |
