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Pepto-Bismol

PEPTO-BISMOL ORIGINAL LIQUID


Pepto-Bismol original liquid

Relieves stomach discomfort for those who enjoy the original Pepto-Bismol® flavor.

A liquid formula with a wintergreen taste that relieves heartburn, indigestion, upset stomach, nausea, and diarrhea. Available in 4-, 8-, 12-, and 16-ounce bottles.


Drug Facts

Active Ingredient
(in each 15 ml Tablespoon)		 Bismuth subsalicylate 262 mg
Purpose upset stomach reliever and antidiarrheal

Uses
relieves • heartburn • indigestion • upset stomach • nausea • diarrhea

(Also relieves traveler's diarrhea and gas, belching, and fullness due to overindulgence with food and drink.)

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 or 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
  • 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.

Directions

  • Shake well before use.
  • For accurate dosing, use dose cup.
  • Adults and children 12 years and over:
    1 dose (2 Tbsp or 30 ml) every 1/2 to 1 hour as needed
  • Do not exceed 8 doses (16 Tbsp or 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 Tbsp contains: sodium 6 mg
  • Low sodium
  • Sugar free
  • Salicylate 130 mg
  • Protect from freezing.
  • Avoid excessive heat (more than 104° F or 40° C).
  • TAMPER EVIDENT: Do not use if imprinted shrinkband is missing or broken.

Inactive Ingredients: benzoic acid, flavor, magnesium aluminum silicate, methylcellulose, red 22, red 28, saccharin sodium, salicylic acid, sodium salicylate, sorbic acid, water

Questions? 1-800-717-3786

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