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Bismuth subsalicylate

relieves travelers’ diarrhea diarrhea upset stomach due to overindulgence in food and drink including: heartburn indigestion nausea gas belching fulln.

Sold without prescription in some countries Oral

How to use Bismuth subsalicylate

What the official label says. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Your pack's leaflet comes first if it is different.

Who it is for

Relieves travelers’ diarrhea diarrhea upset stomach due to overindulgence in food and drink including: heartburn indigestion nausea gas belching fullness

How to take it and how often
  • Chew or dissolve in mouth
  • Adults and children over 12 years : 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 no more than 2 days
  • Children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor drink plenty of clear fluids to prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea
While you are taking it

a temporary, but harmless, darkening of the stool and/or tongue may occur

Talk to a doctor first if

fever mucus in the stool

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. …

Possible side effects

Symptoms get worse or last more than 2 days ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs n diarrhea lasts more than 2 days

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If pregnant or breast-feeding ask a health professional before use.

How to store it

Keep out of reach of children.

If you miss a dose

Take it when you remember, unless it is nearly time for the next dose. Then skip the missed one. Never take two doses at once to make up for it. Check your leaflet, as some medicines are different.

From the official U.S. FDA label for this active ingredient. Your pack may have a different strength, so always read its leaflet. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Ask a pharmacist if you are unsure. Label dated 2018-11-07.

Brands around the world

Products with Bismuth subsalicylate as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.

Registered products

United States (FDA)

5-symptom Digestive ReliefBISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE 525 mg/30mL · Suspension · TARGET CORPORATION
NDC 11673-291Label
Up And Up Digestive ReliefBISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE 525 mg/30mL · Suspension · Target Corporation
NDC 11673-706Label
Gnp Pink BismuthBISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE 262 mg/1 · Tablet, Chewable · Amerisource Bergen
NDC 46122-701Label
GastrobizBISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE 262 mg/1 · Tablet, Chewable · Allegiant Health
NDC 69168-999Label
Bismuth SubsalicylateBISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE 1 kg/kg · Powder · OCB Pharmaceutical S.R.L.
NDC 54474-0001Label

Nigeria (NAFDAC)

NAFDACAbdoe-Bismuth A11-100490NAFDACPepto Bismuth Ultra Suspension A11-100700

Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.

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Questions about Bismuth subsalicylate

What is Bismuth subsalicylate used for?

relieves travelers’ diarrhea diarrhea upset stomach due to overindulgence in food and drink including: heartburn indigestion nausea gas belching fullness (From the official U.S. FDA label.)

How do I take Bismuth subsalicylate?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: chew or dissolve in mouth Adults and children over 12 years : 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 no more than 2 days Children under 12 year…

Do I need a prescription for Bismuth subsalicylate?

In many countries Bismuth subsalicylate is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.

What brands contain Bismuth subsalicylate?

Bismuth subsalicylate is sold under names such as Bismusal, Percy Medicine, Estomaquil, Bismarex, Pepto-bismol, Kaopectate Reformulated Aug 2006, Bismuth. Brand names differ between countries.

How can I check that my Bismuth subsalicylate is genuine?

Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.