activated charcoal

Noun

1.

activated charcoal - powdered or granular carbon used for purifying by adsorption; given orally (as a slurry) it is an antidote for some kinds of poisons Synonyms: activated carbon

Pronunciation: (AK-tuh-vay-ted CHAR-kohl)

An over-the-counter product that may help relieve intestinal gas.

activated carbon, atomic number 6, C, carbon