Major Bismuth Subsalicylate
ACTIVE INGREDIENT(in each tablet)
Bismuth subsalicylate 262 mg
(total salicylate 102 mg per tablet)
PURPOSE
Upset stomach reliever and anti-diarrheal
USE(S)
relieves:
- •diarrhea
- •heartburn
- •indigestion
- •nausea
- •upset stomach associated with these symptoms
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 behaviour 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 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 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) immediately.
DIRECTIONS
- •chew or dissolve in mouth
- •adults and children 12 years and over: 2 tablets every 1/2 to 1 hour as needed
- •do not take more than 8 doses (16 tablets) in 24 hours
- •children under 12 years: ask a doctor
- •drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused diarrhea
OTHER INFORMATION
Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc.
- •each tablet contains:
- •sodium less than 1 mg
- •salicylate 102 mg
- •very low sodium
- •avoid excessive heat (over 104oF or 40oC)
- •TAMPER EVIDENT: Do not use if individual compartments are torn on open.
INACTIVE INGREDIENTS
calcium carbonate, D&C red 27 aluminum lake, flavor, magnesium stearate, mannitol, pregelatinized starch, saccharin sodium