Ingredient

Medicinal Carbon

Activated charcoal is a substance that adsorbs toxins and gases in the gastrointestinal tract and helps in their elimination.

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MFDS ingredient code M040394

What does it do?

Activated charcoal is a type of activated carbon used to adsorb toxins and unnecessary gases in the digestive system. It is mainly used to relieve indigestion or abdominal bloating and plays a role in improving the environment within the gastrointestinal tract.

Activated charcoal has a very rough surface and a porous structure that effectively adsorbs toxins and gases within the gastrointestinal tract. Substances adsorbed in this way are expelled from the body, reducing the burden on the digestive system and alleviating symptoms.

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Good to know

Unlike other adsorbents, activated charcoal has a very high adsorption capacity, adsorbing not only toxins but also gases within the gastrointestinal tract. Additionally, it is not absorbed by the human body and is expelled, making it safe to use.

Medicines containing this ingredient

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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