bismuth subsalicylate
Purposes Upset stomach reliever and antidiarrheal
Available in 2 countries
- Canada12
- PEPTO-BISMOLOTC
- BISMUTH CAPLETSOTC
- PEPTO-BISMOL EXTRAOTC
- United Kingdom4
- Pepto-Bismol 262.5mg chewable tablets
- Pepto-Bismol 17.5mg/1ml oral suspension
- Bismuth subsalicylate 262.5mg chewable tablets sugar free
From the manufacturer’s label
The text below is reproduced verbatim from the FDA-approved drug label via openFDA. Reference only — confirm with a pharmacist before using a medicine.
Adult dose
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
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
When not to use
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
When using
When using this product a temporary, but harmless, darkening of the stool and/or tongue may occur
Pregnancy & breastfeeding
If pregnant or breast feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Active & inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients calcium carbonate, D&C red # 27 (Al-lake), dextrose, flavor (cherry), magnesium stearate, maltodextrin, silicon dioxide, sorbitol
Source: FDA drug label