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What class is activated charcoal in?
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Adsorbent
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What is the MOA for activated charcoal?
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Adsorbs toxic substances from GI tract
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What are the indications for activated Charcoal?
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Most oral poisonings and meds
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What are the contraindications for Activated Charcoal?
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Unconscious pt. after ingestion of corrosive caustics, or petroleum substances; does not adsorb Cyndie, lithium, iron, lead, and arsenic
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What is the dosage for Activated Charcoal?
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1 part charcoal/4 parts water
Adult: 1-2g/kg PO or NGT Ped: 1-2g/kg PO or NGT |
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Are there any special considerations for Activated Charcoal?
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Use with magnesium cirate
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What is the drug class of Heparin?
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Anticoagulant
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