I definately think they would help. I get really bad wind all down my left side, I can actually feel it juddering all down the side as it's moving around. When I take the charcoal capsules daily I really notice a difference. You can read about it here:
http://www.netdoctor.co.uk/medicines/100004507.html

Also when it's really bad try taking a Windeze capsule ( I get mine from Poundland) but take it with food as that helps it get into the intestines better.