Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
Principal Display Panel - Box Pep Tum ™ Bismuth subsalicylate COMPARE ACTIVE INGREDIENTS TO PEPTO-BISMOL ®* 262 mg SOOTHING RELIEF FOR: Upset Stomach Diarrhea Heartburn Indigestion Nausea 30 Chewable Tablets Box
- Principal Display Panel - Box Pep Tum ™ Bismuth subsalicylate COMPARE ACTIVE INGREDIENTS TO PEPTO-BISMOL ®* 262 mg SOOTHING RELIEF FOR: Upset Stomach Diarrhea Heartburn Indigestion Nausea 30 Chewable Tablets Box
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 in mouth Adults and children 12 years and over : 2 tablets (1 dose) every ½ hour or 4 tablets (2 doses) every hour as needed for diarrhea 2 tablets (1 dose) every 1/2 hour as needed for overindulgence (upset stomach, heartburn, indigestion, nausea) do not exceed 8 doses (16 tablets) in 24 hours use until diarrhea stops but not more than 2 days Children under 12 : ask a doctor drink plenty of fluids to help prevent dehydration which may accompany diarrhea
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 occurs, 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 salicylate (including asprin) 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 stool Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any drug for anticoagulation (thinning of 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 (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Purpose
Purpose Antidiarrheal/Antacid
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 (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Questions
Questions? 1-800-327-2704 Monday-Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm (CDT)
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