Insta-Char with Sorbitol Side Effects
Generic name: charcoal / sorbitol
Note: This document contains side effect information about charcoal / sorbitol. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Insta-Char with Sorbitol.
Applies to charcoal/sorbitol: oral suspension.
Gastrointestinal
Frequency not reported: Fecal discoloration, vomiting, diarrhea, gastrointestinal obstruction[Ref]
Metabolic
Frequency not reported: Dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, severe hypernatremic dehydration (with use of excessive amounts in pediatric patients)[Ref]
Respiratory
Frequency not reported: Aspiration producing airway obstruction and fatalities, bronchiolitis resulting in death after aspiration of activated charcoal[Ref]
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References
1. "Product Information. Actidose Plus Sorbitol (charcoal-sorbitol)." Perrigo, L. Company (2019):
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Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.
