GERI-PECTATE VANILLA FLAVOR bismuth subsalicylate CARAMEL CARBOXYMETHYLCELLULOSE SODIUM CELLULOSE, MICROCRYSTALLINE WATER SODIUM SALICYLATE SORBIC ACID SUCROSE TITANIUM DIOXIDE XANTHAN GUM BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE SALICYLIC ACID BISMUTH CATION light tan
Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
package Label Geri-pectate vanilla label
- package Label Geri-pectate vanilla label
Overview
Uses relieves diarrhea relieves upset stomach and nausea associated with it
Indications & Usage
Uses relieves diarrhea relieves upset stomach and nausea associated with it
Dosage & Administration
Directions shake well before using for accurate dosing, use dose cup drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea adults and children 12 years and over take 2 tablespoonfuls (30 mL) repeat dose every 1/2 hour to 1 hour as needed do not exceed 8 doses (16 Tbsp or 240 mL) in 24 hours use until diarrhea stops but not more than 2 days children under 12 years: ask a doctor
Warnings & Precautions
Warnings Reye’s syndrome: Children and teenagers who have or are recovering from chicken pox or flu-like symptoms should not use this product. When using this product, if changes in behavior with nausea and vomiting occur, consult a doctor because these symptoms could be an early sign of Reye’s syndrome, a rare but serious illness. Allergy alert: Contains salicylate. Do not take if you are allergic to salicylates (including aspirin) taking other salicylate products Do not use if you have an ulcer a bleeding problem bloody or black stool Ask a doctor before use if you have fever mucus in the stool Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any drug for anticoagulation (thinning the blood) diabetes gout arthritis When using this product a temporary, but harmless, darkening of the stool and/or tongue may occur Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms get worse ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs diarrhea lasts more than 2 days If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Purpose
Purposes antidiarrheal upset stomach reliever
Keep Out of Reach of Children
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Storage & Handling
Other information each 15 mL tablespoon contains: salicylate 130mg, sodium 10 mg protect from freezing avoid excessive heat (over 104F or 40C) visit www.info-xtra.com for health information
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