ToxiBan Granules activated charcoal is the leading brand of activated charcoal, the "universal antidote" used by veterinarians for treating ingested poisons. Effectively absorbs most toxins and protects the intestinal lining of your pet.

ToxiBan is the "gold standard" for treating animal poisonings.

Indications and Usage:
ToxiBan® is most effective when administered as soon as ingestion of a toxicant is suspected. It may be used in some emergencies when absorption of the toxicant is nearly complete or the exposure was via a parenteral route. This latter application usually involves repetitive or multiple doses. Multiple doses may be used to interrupt the enterohepatic circulation of some toxins, thereby preventing their resorption. See package insert for more detailed information.

Contraindications:
There are no known absolute contraindications to the use of activated charcoal. It should not be given simultaneously or shortly before the oral administration of other therapeutic agents such as antibiotics, vitamins or amino acids. Antibiotic therapy should be administered parenterally when ToxiBan is used.

Dosage:
Suspension and Suspension w/Sorbitol For small animals, use 10 to 20 mL per kg (5 to 10 mL per pound) body weight. For large animals, use 4 to 12 mL per kg (2 to 6 mL per pound) body weight.

Granules:
To make a thin suspension, mix 1 volume measure with 5 to 7 parts cold water (Example: 1 level cup ToxiBan to 6 cups water). Agitate vigorously for 10 to 30 seconds. For small animals, use 2 to 4 grams per kg (1 to 2 grams per pound) body weight. For large animals, use 0.75 to 2.0 grams per kilogram (0.35 to 0.9 grams per pound). One pound (453.6 grams) normally treats an animal weighing 225 to 600 kilograms (500 to 1300 pounds).

Administration:
ToxiBan Suspension and Suspension with Sorbitol may be given directly or mixed with a small amount of cold water to reduce viscosity. For Granule administration, use as a powder in food or dilute to create a suspension. When a suspension is created, agitate frequently to keep liquid uniform. A stomach tube is preferred, but an oral drench may be used in emergency.

Precautions:
ToxiBan is an adjunct in the management of poisoning emergencies. Prior to use, proper life support and gastric emptying must be implemented, if indicated. Because more than an hour may pass before ToxiBan can be administered without regurgitation after an emetic has been given, it may be more effective to give ToxiBan immediately because adsorption of a toxicant may be a more effective removal than vomiting.
ToxiBan produces black stools. These stools may have a diarrhea consistency and may persist for several hours. Sorbitol can create a profound cathartic effect. Proper attention should be provided to fluid and electrolyte needs to prevent dehydration, possible hypernatremia and even hypotension. ToxiBan Suspension should be used for multiple use, and cathartics should only be used intermittently during multiple dose activated charcoal use.

Ingredients:
MedChar (activated charcoal, USP), Kaolin, and Sorbitol (in granules and suspension with sorbitol). Granules contain wetting and dispersing agents.
MedChar (a medicinal grade of activated charcoal), contained in all three products, is a small particle size type of vegetable charcoal that possesses a relatively high activity as an adsorbent of organic chemicals. It has been processed by Vet-A-Mix to enhance its absorptive power and reduce dustiness. Its absorptive activity exceeds the USP standard for activated charcoal.