Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL GREAT TASTE! FAST & EFFECTIVE RELIEF Kaopectate ® Bismuth Subsalicylate • Anti-Diarrheal • Upset Stomach Reliever Soft Chews Diarrhea & Upset Stomach ✓ Begins controlling symptoms from the first dose ✓ Quickly relieves urgency, gas, and cramping ✓ Effective on diarrhea from bacteria, viruses, and other causes 24 Soft Chews Individually wrapped Strawberry Flavor FAST & EFFECTIVE RELIEF Do not take maximum dose for more than 2 days per week. Kramer Laboratories, Inc. Bridgewater, NJ 08807 1-800-824-4894 502851
- PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL GREAT TASTE! FAST & EFFECTIVE RELIEF Kaopectate ® Bismuth Subsalicylate • Anti-Diarrheal • Upset Stomach Reliever Soft Chews Diarrhea & Upset Stomach ✓ Begins controlling symptoms from the first dose ✓ Quickly relieves urgency, gas, and cramping ✓ Effective on diarrhea from bacteria, viruses, and other causes 24 Soft Chews Individually wrapped Strawberry Flavor FAST & EFFECTIVE RELIEF Do not take maximum dose for more than 2 days per week. Kramer Laboratories, Inc. Bridgewater, NJ 08807 1-800-824-4894 502851
Overview
Uses relieves: traveler’s diarrhea diarrhea upset stomach due to overindulgence in food and drink, including: heartburn indigestion nausea gas belching fullness
Indications & Usage
Uses relieves: traveler’s diarrhea diarrhea upset stomach due to overindulgence in food and drink, including: heartburn indigestion nausea gas belching fullness
Dosage & Administration
Directions adults and children 12 years of age and older: 2 chews (1 dose) repeat dose every 1/2 hour to 1 hour as needed do not exceed 8 doses in 24 hours use until diarrhea stops but not more than 2 days children under 12 years: ask a doctor drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by 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 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
Active ingredient (per chew) Purposes Bismuth subsalicylate 262 mg Anti-diarrheal, Upset stomach reliever
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.
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