Pepto-Bismol Bismuth Subsalicylate CALCIUM CARBONATE MAGNESIUM STEARATE MANNITOL POVIDONE D&C RED NO. 27 ALUMINUM LAKE SACCHARIN SODIUM TALC BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE SALICYLIC ACID Pepto;Bismol
Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
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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 every 1/2 to 1 hour as needed ● do not exceed 8 doses (16 tablets) 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 or last more than 2 days ● 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 Upset stomach reliever and 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 or last more than 2 days ● 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.
Storage & Handling
Other information ● each tablet contains: calcium 140 mg, magnesium 9 mg ● salicylate 101 mg ● very low sodium ● avoid excessive heat (over 104°F or 40°C)
Questions
Questions? 1-800-717-3786
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