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Generic: bismuth subsalicylate is used for the treatment of Blood Coagulation Disorders Chickenpox Diarrhea Dysentery, Bacillary Dyspepsia Escherichia coli Infections Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage Nausea Pregnancy Trimester, Third Stomach Diseases Virus Diseases Helicobacter Infections


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Drug Facts


Active ingredient (in each caplet)

Bismuth subsalicylate 262 mg

Otc - Purpose Section


Purpose

Upset stomach reliever and antidiarrheal

Uses


relieves:

■ travelers’ diarrhea

â–  diarrhea

â–  upset stomach due to overindulgence in food and drink, including: â–  heartburn â–  indigestion â–  nausea â–  gas â–  belching â–  fullness

Warnings Section


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 dyas.
  • ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs
  • diarrhea lasts more than 2 days

OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING SECTION


If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION


Keep out of reach of children.

OVERDOSAGE SECTION


In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

Directions

  • swallow caplets with water, do not chew
  • adults and children 12 years and over: 2 caplets (1 dose) every 1/2 to 4 cpalets (2 doses) every hour as needed for diarrhea
  • 2 cpaltes (1 dose) every 1/2 hour as needed for overindulgence (upset stomach, heartburn, indigestion, nausea)
  • do not exceed 8 doses (16 caplets) 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

Other Information

  • each caplet contains: salicylate 102 mg
  • store in a dry place at 15º - 30º C (59º - 86º F)
  • TAMPER EVIDENT: do not use if printed seal under cap is torn or missing

Inactive Ingredient Section


croscarmellose sodium, crospovidone, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, mineral oil, povidone, silica, sodium lauryl sulfate, stearic acid, talc, titanium dioxide, triacetin.

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*This product is not manufactured or distributed by Procter & Gamble Company, the owner of registered trademark Pepto-Bismol®.

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Product of Mexico. Manufactured and packaged in U.S.A. using domestic and improted ingredients.

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Compare to the active ingredient in Pepto-Bismol® Caplets*

Stomach Relief

Bismuth Subsalicylate 262mg

Upset stomach reliever/Antidiarrheal

Relievesr 5 symptoms:

• Heartburn

• Indigestion

• Upset stomach

• Nausea

• Diarrhea

40 Caplets



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