CVS Health Anti-Diarrheal Vanilla
CVS Health Anti-Diarrheal Vanilla is an FDA drug label for the active ingredient BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE manufactured by CVS Pharmacy,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 20260817.
- Generic name
- BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE
- Manufacturer
- CVS Pharmacy,Inc.
- Product type
- HUMAN OTC DRUG
- Route
- ORAL
- Dosage form
- N/A
- NDC
- 59779-883
- Application
- M008
- Label effective
- 20260817
About this product
CVS Health Anti-Diarrheal Vanilla is an FDA-registered drug product whose active ingredient is BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE. It is labelled by CVS Pharmacy,Inc. taken by oral and marketed as a human otc drug product. Identifiers on file: NDC 59779-883, application M008, label effective 20260817. It is one of 62 FDA drug label records sharing the active ingredient BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE. This page reproduces the FDA-approved label text so you can check what a product is, who makes it and how it is supplied before discussing it with a pharmacist or prescriber.
What it is used for
Across FDA labelling, products containing BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE are most often described in connection with: relieves traveler, diarrhea diarrhea, upset stomach, due overindulgence, drink heartburn, indigestion nausea. Wording differs between labels, and the full indications section on this page takes precedence when it is present.
Active ingredients
Indications & Usage
Uses relieves ▪ traveler’s diarrhea ▪ diarrhea ▪ upset stomach due to overindulgence in food and drink ▪ heartburn ▪ indigestion ▪ nausea ▪ gas
Dosage & Administration
Directions • shake well immediately before each use • adults and children 12 years of age and older: 30 ml or 2 tablespoonful • for accurate dosing, use convenient pre-measured dose cup • repeat dose every 1/2 hour to 1 hour as needed • do not exceed 8 doses in 24 hours • use until diarrhea stops but not more than 2 days • children under 12 years: ask a doctor • drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea
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 ▪ a sodium-restricted diet ▪ fever ▪ mucus in the stool Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any drug for ▪ diabetes ▪ gout ▪ arthritis ▪ anticoagulation (thinning the blood) 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 at 1-800-222-1222.
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View labelHow products containing BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE compare
FDA lists 62 drug label records with BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE as the active ingredient. The most common dosage forms and the manufacturers with the most records are summarised below; strengths, pack sizes and inactive ingredients can still differ between apparently similar products.
| Dosage form | Products | Manufacturer | Products |
|---|---|---|---|
| — | — | AptaPharma Inc. | 4 |
| — | — | CVS | 3 |
| — | — | KROGER COMPANY | 3 |
| — | — | Allegiant Health | 2 |
| — | — | CVS PHARMACY, INC. | 2 |
Frequently asked questions
What is CVS Health Anti-Diarrheal Vanilla used for?
Uses relieves ▪ traveler’s diarrhea ▪ diarrhea ▪ upset stomach due to overindulgence in food and drink ▪ heartburn ▪ indigestion ▪ nausea ▪ gas
Who makes CVS Health Anti-Diarrheal Vanilla?
CVS Pharmacy,Inc. is the labeler of record for CVS Health Anti-Diarrheal Vanilla. 62 FDA label records share the active ingredient BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE, so generic and branded versions may come from different companies; the manufacturer named on your pack is the one that matters for any enquiry.
What form does CVS Health Anti-Diarrheal Vanilla come in?
administered by oral. Strengths and pack sizes vary by label, so compare the NDC on your pack with the identifier listed on this page.
Is CVS Health Anti-Diarrheal Vanilla prescription or over-the-counter?
The FDA label for this product is recorded as human otc drug. Marketing status can differ between strengths and countries, so check the dispensing rules where you live.
Are there other products containing BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE?
Yes. 62 FDA drug label records list BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE as the active ingredient. Products with the same active ingredient can usually be substituted only when a prescriber or pharmacist confirms it is appropriate.
Has CVS Health Anti-Diarrheal Vanilla been recalled?
No FDA recall record in our database matches this product name or manufacturer. Recall data is updated periodically, so a very recent notice may not appear here yet.
Where does this information come from?
All content is reproduced from FDA Structured Product Labelling data via openFDA. It is provided for identification and reference only and is not medical advice.
This page reproduces FDA Structured Product Labelling data for identification and reference. It is not medical advice, does not diagnose or treat any condition, and does not sell or price any medicine.