The dose-limiting toxicity of irinotecan (CPT-11; Camptosar) is delayed-onset diarrhea, with an incidence at the grade 3 to 4 level of 20% to 35%. SN38, its active moiety, is responsible by a direct ...

Charcoal tablets are considered a home remedy for diarrhea and a first-aid measure for poisoning. But when are they really useful, how should they be dosed correctly–and when should you take your dog ...

Activated charcoal is a fine, black powder that's very good at grabbing hold of chemicals, which is why it's commonly used to treat poisoning. Some people use activated charcoal in an attempt to ...