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Pepto-Bismol™ Liquid
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Introduction
Directions
Directions
Shake well before use. Only use dose cup provided.
Adults and children 12 years and over:
- 30 mL (1 dose) every 1/2 hour or 60 mL (2 doses) every hour as needed for diarrhea/traveler's diarrhea
- 30 mL (1 dose) every 1/2 hour as needed for overindulgence (upset stomach, heartburn, indigestion, nausea)
- Do not exceed 8 doses (240 mL) 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.
Other information:
- Each 30 mL Dose Cup Contains: magnesium 3 mg, sodium 4 mg, salicylate 261 mg
- Protect from freezing
- Avoid excessive heat (over 104°F or 40°C)
- TAMPER EVIDENT: Do not use if imprinted shrinkband is missing or broken.
Other Information
Ingredients
Active Ingredients
Inactive Ingredients
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:
- Fever
- Mucus in the stool
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 or last more than 2 days
- 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.
