Bismuth Chewable
Bismuth Subsalicylate 262 mg · Tablet, Chewable · Oral
Active ingredient
Active ingredient Bismuth subsalicylate 262mg (each tablet contains 102mg salicylate)
Purpose
Purpose Antidiarrheal/Antacid
Uses
Uses ■ controls diarrhea ■ relieves heartburn, indigestion, nausea and upset stomach
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 Do not use if you have ■ bloody or black stool ■ an ulcer ■ a bleeding problem Ask a doctor before use if you have ■ fever ■ mucus in the stool Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a drug for ■ anticoagulation (thinning of 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 for more than 2 days Pregnancy/Breastfeeding ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children In case of accidental overdose, contact a doctor or Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) immediately.
Do not use
Do not use if you have ■ bloody or black stool ■ an ulcer ■ a bleeding problem
Ask a doctor before use
Ask a doctor before use if you have ■ fever ■ mucus in the stool
Ask a doctor or pharmacist
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a drug for ■ anticoagulation (thinning of the blood) ■ diabetes ■ gout ■ arthritis
When using this product
When using this product a temporary but harmless darkening of the stool and/or tongue may occur
Stop use and ask a doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if ■ symptoms get worse ■ ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs ■ diarrhea lasts for more than 2 days
Pregnancy or breast-feeding
Pregnancy/Breastfeeding ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of reach of children In case of accidental overdose, contact a doctor or Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) immediately.
Directions
Directions ■ drink plenty of clear fluids to help revent deydration caused by diarrhea ■ Adults and children 12 years and over: 2 tablets every ½ to 1 hour or 4 tablets every hour as needed ■ do not exceed 16 tablets in 24 hours ■ use until diarrhea stops but no more than 2 days ■ Children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients acacia gum, aspartame, calcium carbonate, D&C red # 27 aluminum lake, dextrates, magnesium stearate, maltodextrin, microcrystalline cellulose, peppermint flavor, silicon dioxide
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Marc Glassman, Inc. (revised Dec 19, 2016). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Bismuth Subsalicylate in 1 product
Bismuth Chewable NDC products (1)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 68998-046 | Bismuth Subsalicylate 262 mg/1 Tablet, Chewable | Marc Glassman, Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Bismuth Chewable used for?
Uses ■ controls diarrhea ■ relieves heartburn, indigestion, nausea and upset stomach
Who makes Bismuth Chewable?
Bismuth Chewable is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Marc Glassman, Inc..