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AMAZON Digestive Relief

BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE

Standard Dose
Directions ▪ swallow with water, do not chew ▪ adults and children 12 years and older: 2 caplets every 1/2 to 1 hour as needed ▪ do not exceed 8 doses (16 caplets) in 24 hours ▪ use until diarrhea stops but not more than 2 days ▪ children under 12 years: ask a doctor ▪ drink plenty clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea.
Max Dose
See official label
Primary Use
Uses relieves: ▪ travelers’ diarrhea ▪ diarrhea ▪ upset stomach due to overindulgence in food and drink, including: ▪ heartburn ▪ indigestion ▪ nausea ▪ gas ▪ belching ▪ fullness
Summary

Indications and usage Uses relieves: ▪ travelers’ diarrhea ▪ diarrhea ▪ upset stomach due to overindulgence in food and drink, including: ▪ heartburn ▪ indigestion ▪ nausea ▪ gas ▪ belching ▪ fullness Dosage and administration Directions ▪ swallow with water, do not chew ▪ adults and children 12 years and older: 2 caplets every 1/2 to 1 hour as needed ▪ do not exceed 8 doses (16 caplets) in 24 hours ▪ use until diarrhea stops but not more than 2 days ▪ children under 12 years: ask a doctor ▪ drink plenty clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea.

Warnings and cautions Warnings Reye's syndrome: Children and teenagers who have or are recovering from chicken pox or flu-like symptoms should not use this product.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Uses relieves: ▪ travelers’ diarrhea ▪ diarrhea ▪ upset stomach due to overindulgence in food and drink, including: ▪ heartburn ▪ indigestion ▪ nausea ▪ gas ▪ belching ▪ fullness Dosage and administration Directions ▪ swallow with water, do not chew ▪ adults and children 12 years and older: 2 caplets every 1/2 to 1 hour as needed ▪ do not exceed 8 doses (16 caplets) in 24 hours ▪ use until diarrhea stops but not more than 2 days ▪ children under 12 years: ask a doctor ▪ drink plenty clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea. Warnings and cautions 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 of 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 . In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately at 1-800-222-1222. Keep Out of Reach of Children

Monitoring

  • 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 of the blood) ▪ diabetes ▪ gout ▪ arthritis When using this product a temporary, but harmless, darkening of the stool and/or tongue may occur.

Interaction Notes

  • Review official label interaction section.