Activated Charcoal

[PatD]

There seems to be a lot of advertising lately about activated charcoal and many different brands. Does any one have a recommendation as to which would be the best to have on hand?

 

[Dr. Jeff]

Hey Pat!

There seems to be a lot of advertising lately about activated charcoal

Do you know why people using it?

As a vet, we use it to hopefully help adsorb toxins in acute exposures.

For general detox purposes the science-oriented human docs still recommend good 'ole fiber.

I use this one for pets:

Holistic Pet Support-Fiber Detox powder - HomeVet

Use Fiber Plus to support healthy bowel and anal gland function.

www.homevet.com

 

[PatD]

Yes, Dr Jeff, I was thinking more along the lines of a brand to have on hand in case of emergencies.

 

[Dr. Jeff]

Got it!Here's one of the brands I used when I worked in the ER:

Liqui-Char® Activated Charcoal Gel for Pets | Emergency Toxin Support

Liqui-Char® Activated Charcoal Gel is a veterinary-formulated supplement designed to support pets in cases of accidental ingestion of unwanted substances. This gel combines activated bone charcoal and attapulgite clay to assist in managing the absorption of certain ingested materials. Suitable...

www.heartlandvetsupply.com

As important is to have homeopathic medicines like Nux vomica, Arsenicum album and Pulsatilla around in case any of them is indicated (by any symptoms)

 

[DayshaG]

@Dr. Jeff would you recommend your fiber support product (Fiber Detox) mentioned earlier for my kitties for when I have my kitchen cabinets painted in a few weeks? I read the recommendations on the link and it seems to cover exposure to toxins. Would it be safe for Bella with her chronic kidney disease and Maya too?

 

[Dr. Jeff]

Yup!

 

[DayshaG]

Yup!

@Dr. Jeff I just tried to buy the Fiber Detox and on the payment page it claimed a critical error. Can I call someone instead? Also, I wasn't sure what your dose recommendations are for 11 pound kitties. Or if it is the same for dogs and cats. Thanks!