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Side Effects & Adverse Reactions
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: 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
- If you have an ulcer or 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 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 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.
Legal Issues
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FDA Safety Alerts
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Manufacturer Warnings
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FDA Labeling Changes
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Uses
- controls diarrhea
- relieves upset stomach due to overindulgence in food or drink
History
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Other Information
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Sources
Bismuth Subsalicylate Manufacturers
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Rugby Laboratories Inc.
Bismuth Subsalicylate | Rugby Laboratories Inc.
drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea repeat dosage every 1/2 to 1 hour as needed do not take more than 8 doses in 24 hours use until diarrhea stops but not more than 2 days adults and children 12 years and over: 2 tablets children under 12 years: ask a doctor
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