Description
Scientific Name
Charcoal
Category Of Eucarbon Tablets
Anti-flatulent drugs
Mechanism Of Action Of Charcoal
Activated charcoal adsorbs ingested toxins within the gastrointestinal tract preventing the systemic absorption of that toxin.
An anti-flatulent that changes surface tension of gas bubbles, allowing easier elimination of gas.
Therapeutic Indications Of Eucarbon Tablets
This medication is indicated for the relief of painful symptoms such as the sensation of pressure, fullness in the epigastrium, and intestinal spasm – due to excessive accumulation of gases that may be formed in the digestive tract in the following cases:
Air swallowing (aerophagia)
Functional dyspepsia
Irritable bowel syndrome
Peptic ulcer
Postoperative gaseous distension
Infant colic.
Method Of Administration Of Eucarbon Tablets
Take 1-4 capsules at a time; 12 capsules are the maximum dose per day.
Take the capsules with water.
Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.
Undesirable Side Effects Of Eucarbon Tablets
Although not everybody gets them.
More commonly reported side effects are: vomiting; constipation; abdominal discomfort; diarrhea; nausea; a sudden need to defecate; anal irritation.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Precautions While Taking Eucarbon Tablets
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
Non-Pharmacological Treatments & Advice To Reduce Gases
Eat and drink slowly. Taking your time can help you swallow less air. Try to take your meals in relaxed occasions; eating when you're stressed or on the run increases the air you swallow.
Avoid carbonated drinks. They release carbon dioxide gas.
Skip the gum and hard candy. When you chew gum or suck on hard candy, you swallow more often than normal. Part of what you're swallowing is air.
Don't smoke. When you inhale smoke, you also inhale and swallow air.
Check your dentures. Poorly fitting dentures can cause you to swallow excess air when you eat and drink.
Get moving. It may help to take a short walk after eating.
Treat heartburn. For occasional, mild heartburn, over-the-counter antacids or other remedies may be helpful. GERD may require prescription-strength medication or other treatments.
Warnings & Special Precautions while Taking Eucarbon Tablets
Do not use:
If you are allergic to one of its ingredients
If you have a complete blockage in your intestines.
If you are suffering from acute abdominal pain and ulcers in your intestines (ulcerative colitis).
If your diarrhea persists (with the risk of getting dehydrated), contact your doctor.
may turn the feces black.
Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription.
Storage Conditions Of Eucarbon Tablets
Store below 25°c
Don’t refrigerate.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.
