NOW Foods Activated Charcoal 200 Veg Capsules

Made from coconut shells, the activated charcoal powder is enclosed in vegetarian capsules. Each pair supplies 560 mg, giving the 200-capsule bottle 100 servings at the amount shown on the Supplement Facts panel.

Suggested use is more flexible than the panel serving: NOW allows one or two capsules daily as needed, on an empty stomach or between meals, with at least eight ounces of water. Continuous use is limited to one week. Charcoal can affect the absorption of medicines and other supplements, so the label specifies a two-hour interval before or after them.

Highlights

• Coconut-shell charcoal powder
• 560 mg per two capsules
• 200 vegetarian capsules
• 100 two-capsule servings

Key ingredients

Per two capsules: activated charcoal powder, 560 mg.

How to use

Take 1 to 2 capsules daily as needed on an empty stomach or between meals, with at least 8 oz. of water. Not for continuous use for more than one week.

Dietary and allergen information

Not manufactured with yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nut or sesame ingredients. Produced in a facility that also processes ingredients containing these allergens.

Format and serving

Manufacturer serving: 2 Veg Capsules.

Warnings

Not for long-term daily use. Take at least 2 hours before or after medications or other dietary supplements. Activated charcoal can affect their absorption. For adults only. May cause dark stool, which is not harmful. Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition (especially intestinal blockage). Keep out of reach of children.

Questions and answers

How should charcoal be spaced from other products?

Take it at least two hours before or after medicines or other dietary supplements because it can affect absorption.

Can it be used continuously?

NOW limits continuous use to one week and states that the product is not for long-term daily use.