Diarrhea Relief Drug Information

    Generic name: BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE

    Bismuth [EPC]

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    Uses of Diarrhea Relief

    • relieves
    • traveler’s diarrhea
    • diarrhea
    • upset stomach due to overindulgence in food and drink
    • heartburn
    • indigestion
    • nausea
    • gas

    Dosage & Administration of Diarrhea Relief

    • shake well immediately before each use
    • adults and children 12 years of age and older: 30 ml or 2 tablespoonful
    • for accurate dosing, use convenient pre-measured dose cup
    • 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

    Side Effects of Diarrhea Relief

    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

    Warnings & Cautions for Diarrhea Relief

    • 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
    • a sodium-restricted diet
    • fever
    • mucus in the stool Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any drug for
    • diabetes
    • gout
    • arthritis
    • anticoagulation (thinning the blood) 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 at 1-800-222-1222.

    Drug Interactions with Diarrhea Relief

    • Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any drug for
    • diabetes
    • gout
    • arthritis
    • anticoagulation (thinning the blood)

    Pregnancy Safety for Diarrhea Relief

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

    Contraindications for Diarrhea Relief

    • if you have
    • an ulcer
    • a bleeding problem
    • bloody or black stool

    Overdosage Information for Diarrhea Relief

    Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away at 1-800-222-1222.

    Drug information sourced from the FDA. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional before making any medication decisions.

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