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For warnings, precautions for use and contraindications, please consult the instructions for use.
The drug Carbactive 120mg is indicated for adults in the treatment of difficult digestions, in particular with intestinal bloating .
Symptoms of difficult digestion
Difficult digestion or functional dyspepsia appears during or after meals. It is characterized by abdominal pain, the presence of bloating, epigastric burns, a feeling of heaviness and burping (belching). These symptoms may be associated with nausea or even vomiting. This condition is common. Pregnant women, with slower digestion and more compressed bowels, are often prone to these disorders.
Oral use.
Attention, the drug is not a product like the others. Read the package leaflet carefully before ordering. Keep medicines out of the reach of children. If symptoms persist, seek the advice of your doctor or pharmacist. Beware of incompatibilities on your current products.
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ANSM - Last updated: 18/06/2014
CARBACTIVE 120 mg capsule
Activated charcoal
Read this leaflet carefully before you start taking this medicine. It contains important information for your treatment.
If you have any further questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
· Keep this leaflet, you may need to read it again.
· If you need more information and advice, ask your pharmacist.
· If symptoms worsen or persist, consult your doctor.
· If you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, or if you experience any of the effects listed as serious, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
In this notice :
1. WHAT CARBACTIVE 120 mg capsule AND IN WHAT CASES IS IT USED?
2. BEFORE YOU TAKE CARBACTIVE 120 mg, capsule?
3. HOW TO TAKE CARBACTIVE 120 mg capsule?
4. WHAT ARE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS?
5. HOW TO STORE CARBACTIVE 120 mg capsule?
6. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
1. WHAT CARBACTIVE 120 mg capsule AND IN WHAT CASES IS IT USED?
ADSORBENT INTESTINAL
(A: digestive system and metabolism)
This medication is indicated in adults in the treatment of difficult digestions especially with intestinal bloating.
2. BEFORE YOU TAKE CARBACTIVE 120 mg, capsule?
List of information needed before taking the medication
Do not take CARBACTIVE 120 mg capsule in case of known allergy to any of the constituents.
IN CASE OF DOUBT, IT IS ESSENTIAL TO ASK FOR THE OPINION OF YOUR DOCTOR OR YOUR PHARMACIST
Precautions for use; special warnings
Take special care with CARBACTIVE 120 mg capsule:
Precautions for use
· In case of bloating, flatulence, avoid dry vegetables (lentils, flageolets, peas ...), some green vegetables (cabbage, Brussels sprouts, chard ...).
· In case of associated diarrhea, it is necessary to:
o rehydrate with abundant, salty or sweetened beverages to compensate for fluid losses due to diarrhea (the average adult daily water intake is 2 liters)
o feeding the time of diarrhea,
§ excluding certain intakes and especially raw vegetables, fruits, green vegetables, spicy dishes, as well as frozen foods or drinks.
§ favoring grilled meats, rice.
The use of this medication is not recommended in patients with fructose intolerance, glucose-galactose malabsorption syndrome or sucrase / isomaltase deficiency (rare hereditary diseases)
Interaction with other medicines
Taking or using other medicines
As this medication may decrease the absorption of other drugs, they should be administered at a distance (more than 2 hours if possible).
If you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
Interactions with food and beverages
Not applicable.
Interactions with Herbal Medicines or Alternative Therapies
Not applicable.
Use during pregnancy and lactation
Pregnancy and breast feeding
This medication will only be used during pregnancy on the advice of your doctor. If you discover that you are pregnant during treatment, consult your doctor as he alone can judge the need to continue
It is possible to take this medication while breastfeeding.
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medicine.
Not applicable.
Effects on ability to drive or use machines
Not applicable.
List of excipients with known effect
Important information about some of the ingredients of CARBACTIVE 120 mg capsule
List of excipients with known effect: Sucrose, glucose.
3. HOW TO TAKE CARBACTIVE 120 mg capsule?
Not applicable.
Dosage
Reserved for adults
2 capsules, 2 to 4 times a day, to swallow with a little water after meals or at the time of the pains.
Method and route of administration
Oral use.
Symptoms and Instructions for Overdose
Not applicable.
Instructions for omission of one or more doses
If you forget to take CARBACTIVE 120 mg capsule:
Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.
Not applicable.
4. WHAT ARE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS?
Description of adverse reactions
Like all medicines, CARBACTIVE 120 mg capsule is likely to have side effects, although not everybody is subject to it, a dark coloration of the feces may appear.
If you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, or if any of the side effects gets serious, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
5. HOW TO STORE CARBACTIVE 120 mg capsule?
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Do not use CARBACTIVE 120 mg capsule after the expiry date which is stated on the outer packaging.
No special storage conditions.
If necessary, warnings against visible signs of deterioration
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist what to do with unused medications. These measures will help protect the environment.
Full list of active substances and excipients
What does CARBACTIVE 120 mg capsules contain?
The active substance is:
Activated charcoal ................................................ .................................................. 120 mg
For a capsule.
The other components are:
Liquid glucose (quantity corresponding to dry product), anhydrous colloidal silica, magnesium (stearate), sucrose.
Composition of the capsule shell : Gelatin, erythrosine, indigotin, titanium dioxide.
Pharmaceutical form and content
What is CARBACTIVE 120 mg capsule and contents of the pack?
This medication is in the form of a capsule.
Box of 24, 30 or 32 capsules.
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Names of the medicinal product in the Member States of the European Economic Area
Not applicable.
Date of approval of the notice
The last date on which this leaflet was approved is {date}.
AMM under exceptional circumstances
Not applicable.
Detailed information on this medicine is available on the Ansm website (France).
Information for health professionals only
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
Intestinal Adsorbent
coal
. Presentations . Composition . Indications . Warning . Drug Interactions . Pregnancy and breastfeeding . Directions for use and dosage . Advice . Undesirable effects . Lexicon
CARBACTIVE: capsule; box of 30.
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French Pharmaceutical Cooperation Laboratory
| p gel | |
| Activated charcoal | 120 mg |
| Sucrose | 140 mg |
Usual dosage:
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