Acticoal 250mg Tablet

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Last updated on 25 Nov 2025 | 03:05 PM (IST)

Acticoal 250mg Tablet is used in the treatment of abdominal pain caused by excess gas. It disintegrates gas bubbles and allows easy passage of gas. This way it relieves discomfort and pain caused by excessive gas in the stomach and intestines.

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General Information

Contains

charcoal (250mg)

Marketer

Agrawal Drugs Pvt. Ltd.

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Acticoal 250mg Tablet prevents the formation and accumulation of gas. It also facilitates the passage of gas and allows patients to excrete a greater volume of gas thereby reduces uncomfortable or painful pressure in the stomach and intestines.

It is best taken after meals preferably at bedtime. Take it in the exact dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor and doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

Use of this medicine can cause some side effects like coating on the tongue, diarrhea, and dehydration. Taking it with plenty of fluids may help reduce the side effects. If you experience any side effects that bother you, consult with your doctor. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

Uses of Acticoal Tablet

Benefits of Acticoal Tablet

Bloating
Bloating is a common digestive issue where excess gas collects in the stomach and intestines, causing discomfort, fullness, and visible swelling in the abdomen. This condition can make everyday activities uncomfortable and reduce overall well-being. Acticoal 250mg Tablet helps absorb this excess gas and toxins from the digestive tract, which can reduce bloating and relieve the uncomfortable feeling of fullness.

Abdominal pain
Abdominal pain refers to discomfort or cramps in the stomach area caused by factors like gas, indigestion, or irritation. This pain can interfere with daily life and cause distress. Acticoal 250mg Tablet aids by absorbing irritants and gases that contribute to this pain, helping ease abdominal discomfort and promoting better digestive comfort.

Side effects of Acticoal Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Acticoal

Coating on tongue
Diarrhea
Dehydration

How to use Acticoal Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Acticoal 250mg Tablet should be taken with or after food.

How Acticoal Tablet works

Acticoal 250mg Tablet is an antifoaming medicine. It disintegrates gas bubbles and allows easy passage of gas.

Quick tips

It is better to take with food or at bedtime.
It is better to take with food or at bedtime.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Acticoal 250mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Acticoal 250mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Acticoal 250mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

SAFE

Acticoal 250mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Acticoal 250mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Acticoal 250mg Tablet in patients with liver disease.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Acticoal with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Moderate

Leflunomide (Oral Route)

Do not consume Leflunomide with charcoal. If essential, consider a decrease in the effects of Leflunomide. Leflunomide may raise blood levels of the active form of charcoal.

Moderate

Acarbose (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your diabetic control along with your overall treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.

Moderate

Miglitol (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your diabetic control along with your overall treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. charcoal may reduce blood levels of Miglitol.

Moderate

Nizatidine (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.

Moderate

Phenobarbitone (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.

Frequently asked questions

What is Acticoal 250mg Tablet used for?

Acticoal 250mg Tablet is used to treat abdominal pain caused by excess gas, diarrhea, or indigestion.

What should I inform my doctor before taking Acticoal 250mg Tablet?

Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you are allergic to any other medicines, or if you have liver or kidney disease, or any type of serious illness.

Can I take Acticoal 250mg Tablet with antacids?

It is advisable not to take this medicine with antacids or any other medicines. This is because charcoal present in Acticoal 250mg Tablet might decrease the effectiveness of other medicines. Give a gap of at least 2 hours between the medications.

When is the best time to take Acticoal 250mg Tablet?

It is best to take this medicine at the first sign of abdominal pain and discomfort. Swallow it with a glass of water and do not lie down immediately after taking it.

I am noticing a change in my taste. How shall I improve my taste?

You may notice a coating on your tongue that might change your taste. This is normal and is a common side effect of this medicine. Rinse your mouth with a solution of salt and bicarbonate of soda before mealtimes to neutralize the chalky taste in your mouth. You can also add extra flavor or seasonings to your food.

How to get relief from diarrhea while on treatment with Acticoal 250mg Tablet?

Food items with soluble fiber can help relieve diarrhea as they help absorb excess fluid from the body. These food items include bananas (ripe), orange, boiled potatoes, white rice, curd, and oatmeal. Diarrhea can cause dehydration in the body, so drink 8-10 glasses of water to avoid dehydration. You can also have soups and juice frequently to hydrate yourself.

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Chemical Class

Organic compounds

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Anti-Foaming Agents

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Marketer details

Name: Agrawal Drugs Pvt. Ltd.
Address: 24/6B, I.I.E., SIDCUL

Vendor Details

Country of origin: India

Acticoal 250mg Tablet

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Acticoal Tablet

Benefits of Acticoal Tablet

Side effects of Acticoal Tablet

How to use Acticoal Tablet

How Acticoal Tablet works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Leflunomide (Oral Route)

Acarbose (Oral Route)

Miglitol (Oral Route)

Nizatidine (Oral Route)

Phenobarbitone (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

What is Acticoal 250mg Tablet used for?

What should I inform my doctor before taking Acticoal 250mg Tablet?

Can I take Acticoal 250mg Tablet with antacids?

When is the best time to take Acticoal 250mg Tablet?

I am noticing a change in my taste. How shall I improve my taste?

How to get relief from diarrhea while on treatment with Acticoal 250mg Tablet?

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Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

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