Bismuth
Bismuth subsalicylate · Tablet · Oral
Active ingredient
Active ingredient Bismuth subsalicylate 262 mg (each tablet contains 102 mg salicylate)
Purpose
Purpose Antidiarrheal/Antacid
Uses
Uses relieves travelers’ diarrhea diarrhea upset stomach due to overindulgence in food and drink including: heartburn indigestion nausea gas belching fullness
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 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 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 n diarrhea lasts more than 2 days When using this product a temporary, but harmless, darkening of the stool and/or tongue may occur If pregnant or breast-feeding ask a health professional before use.
Do not use
Do not use if you have an ulcer a bleeding problem bloody or black stool
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 any drug for anticoagulation (thinning 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 or last more than 2 days ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs n diarrhea lasts more than 2 days
Pregnancy or breast-feeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding 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) right away.
Directions
Directions chew or dissolve in mouth Adults and children over 12 years : 2 tablets (1 dose) every ½ hour or 4 tablets (2 doses) every hour as needed for diarrhea 2 tablets (1 dose) every 1/2 hour as needed for overindulgence (upset stomach, heartburn, indigestion, nausea) do not exceed 8 doses (16 tablets) in 24 hours use until diarrhea stops but no more than 2 days Children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor drink plenty of clear fluids to prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea
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 Allegiant Health (revised Nov 7, 2018). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Bismuth Subsalicylate in 1 product
Bismuth NDC products (1)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 69168-046 | Bismuth Subsalicylate 262 mg/1 Tablet | Allegiant Health | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Bismuth used for?
Uses relieves travelers’ diarrhea diarrhea upset stomach due to overindulgence in food and drink including: heartburn indigestion nausea gas belching fullness
Who makes Bismuth?
Bismuth is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Allegiant Health.