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Drug Facts


Active ingredient (in each tablespoon= 15 mL)

Bismuth subsalicylate 262 mg


Purpose

Anti-diarrheal


Uses

  • controls diarrhea
  • reduce number of bowel movements
  • help firm stool

Warnings

Reye's syndrome: Children and teenagers who have or are recovering from children 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
  • if you have an ulcer or bleeding problem

Ask a doctor before use if you have

  • fever
  • mucus in the stool
  • a magnesium-restricted diet
  • a sodium-restricted diet

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

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.


Directions

  • Drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea
  • shake well before using
  • repeat dosage every 1/2 to 1 hour as needed
  • do not take more than 8 doses in 24 hours
  • use until diarrhea stops but not more than 2 days
  • adults & children 12 years and over: 2 tablespoons (30 mL)
  • children under 12 years: ask a doctor

Inactive ingredients

Carboxymethylcellulose sodium, flavor, glycerin, magnesium aluminum silicate, saccharin sodium, salicylic acid, sodium benzoate, sodium saliycylate, sorbitol, water


Other information

  • Store at room temperature. Protect from freezing and excessive heat (over 40oC or 104oF)
  • each tablespoon (15 mL) contains: magnesium 32 mg
  • each tablespoon (15 mL) contains: sodium 24 mg
  • TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF BREAKAWAY BAND ON CAP IS BROKEN OR MISSING.