stomach relief Bismuth subsalicylate BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE SALICYLIC ACID BISMUTH CATION CALCIUM CARBONATE MAGNESIUM STEARATE MANNITOL SACCHARIN SODIUM L469
Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
Principal Display Panel Compare to Pepto-Bismol® Chewable Tablets active ingredient Bismuth Subsalicylate 262 mg Stomach Relief Original Strength Upset Stomach Reliever Antidiarrheal Protective Coating Action Soothing Relief For 5 Symptoms: Heartburn Indigestion Upset Stomach Nausea Diarrhea Stomach Relief Carton Image 1 Stomach Relief Carton Image 1 Stomach Relief Carton Image 2 Stomach Relief Carton Image 1 Stomach Relief Carton Image 2
- Principal Display Panel Compare to Pepto-Bismol® Chewable Tablets active ingredient Bismuth Subsalicylate 262 mg Stomach Relief Original Strength Upset Stomach Reliever Antidiarrheal Protective Coating Action Soothing Relief For 5 Symptoms: Heartburn Indigestion Upset Stomach Nausea Diarrhea Stomach Relief Carton Image 1 Stomach Relief Carton Image 1 Stomach Relief Carton Image 2 Stomach Relief Carton Image 1 Stomach Relief Carton Image 2
Overview
Uses relieves • travelers’ diarrhea • diarrhea • upset stomach due to overindulgence in food and drink, including: • heartburn • indigestion • nausea • gas • belching • fullness
Indications & Usage
Uses relieves • travelers’ diarrhea • diarrhea • upset stomach due to overindulgence in food and drink, including: • heartburn • indigestion • nausea • gas • belching • fullness
Dosage & Administration
Directions • chew or dissolve tablets in mouth • drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea • adults and children 12 years and over: 2 tablets every ½ to 1 hour, or 4 tablets every hour as needed • do not exceed 16 tablets 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 • kidney stones • a calcium-restricted diet 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. (1-800-222-1222)
Purpose
Purpose Upset stomach reliever/antidiarrheal
Do Not Use
Do not use if you have • an ulcer • a bleeding problem • bloody or black stool
When Using
When using this product a temporary, but harmless, darkening of the stool and/or tongue may occur
Stop Use & Ask a Doctor
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
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. (1-800-222-1222)
Storage & Handling
Other information • each tablet contains: calcium 265 mg and salicylate 99 mg • store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
Questions
Questions? 1-800-213-9040
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