Bismuth Chewable
Bismuth Chewable is an FDA drug label for the active ingredient BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE 262 MG manufactured by Marc Glassman, Inc. administered by ORAL. This page reproduces the FDA-approved indications and usage, dosage, contraindications, warnings, and adverse reactions exactly as published in the drug label. Data source: openFDA (U.S. FDA), label effective 20161219.
- Generic name
- BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE 262 MG
- Manufacturer
- Marc Glassman, Inc.
- Product type
- HUMAN OTC DRUG
- Route
- ORAL
- Dosage form
- N/A
- NDC
- 68998-046
- Application
- M008
- Label effective
- 20161219
Active ingredients
Indications & Usage
Uses ■ controls diarrhea ■ relieves heartburn, indigestion, nausea and upset stomach
Dosage & Administration
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
Contraindications
Not available.
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.
Adverse Reactions
Not available.