Should Activated Charcoal Powder can be Considered as an Over‑The‑Counter Medication for Acute Poisoning Cases?

Masoud Mahmoudi, Nastran Eizadi‑Mood, Shiva Samsamshariat, Sam Alfred

Abstract


Dear Sir, Over‑the‑counter (OTC) medications are some drugs that are safe and effective for the general public. For many years, syrup of ipecac was used as an OTC medication for patients who were poisoned with oral toxins. However, in 2003, due to the adverse effects, unproven benefits, and abuse potential, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommended that syrup of ipecac should no longer be used as an OTC medication at home.

 

International Journal of Preventive Medicine 15():12, March 2024. | DOI: 10.4103/ijpvm.ijpvm_7_23

 Corresponding Author: Prof. Nastran Eizadi‑Mood

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Keywords


Acute Poisoning; Charcoal Powder; Medication; Over-The-Counter

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