First Aid Direct Peptum Tabs
Bismuth Subsalicylate · Tablet, Chewable · Oral
Active ingredient
Active ingredient (in each tablet) Bismuth subsalicylate 262 mg (each tablet contains 102mg 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 occurs, 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 salicylate (including asprin) 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 stool Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any 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 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 (1-800-222-1222) right away.
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 stool
Ask a doctor or pharmacist
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any 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 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 overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Directions
Directions chew or dissolve in mouth Adults and children 12 years and over : 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 not more than 2 days Children under 12 : ask a doctor drink plenty of fluids to help prevent dehydration which may accompany 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
Questions?
Questions? 1-800-327-2704 Monday-Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm (CDT)
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Cintas Corp (revised Sep 29, 2025). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Bismuth Subsalicylate in 1 product
First Aid Direct Peptum Tabs NDC products (1)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42961-109 | Bismuth Subsalicylate 262 mg/1 Tablet, Chewable | Cintas Corp | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is First Aid Direct Peptum Tabs 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 First Aid Direct Peptum Tabs?
First Aid Direct Peptum Tabs is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Cintas Corp.