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CVS Stomach Relief

BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE

Standard Dose
Directions chew or dissolve tablets in mouth. Do not swallow tablets whole. adults and children 12 years and older: 2 tablets (1 dose) every 1/2 hour or 4 tablets (2 dose) 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 not more than 2 days children under 12 years: ask a doctor drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea
Max Dose
See official label
Primary Use
Uses relieves traveler’s diarrhea diarrhea upset stomach due to overindulgence in food and drink including heartburn indigestion nausea gas belching fullness
Summary

Indications and usage Uses relieves traveler’s diarrhea diarrhea upset stomach due to overindulgence in food and drink including heartburn indigestion nausea gas belching fullness Dosage and administration Directions chew or dissolve tablets in mouth.

Do not swallow tablets whole. adults and children 12 years and older: 2 tablets (1 dose) every 1/2 hour or 4 tablets (2 dose) 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 not more than 2 days children under 12 years: ask a doctor drink plenty of 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 traveler’s diarrhea diarrhea upset stomach due to overindulgence in food and drink including heartburn indigestion nausea gas belching fullness Dosage and administration Directions chew or dissolve tablets in mouth. Do not swallow tablets whole. adults and children 12 years and older: 2 tablets (1 dose) every 1/2 hour or 4 tablets (2 dose) 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 not more than 2 days children under 12 years: ask a doctor drink plenty of 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 bloody or black stool an ulcer a bleeding problem Ask a doctor before use if you have fever mucus in the stool Ask a doctor 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 occurs 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 immediately.1-800-222-1222.

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 bloody or black stool an ulcer a bleeding problem Ask a doctor before use if you have fever mucus in the stool Ask a doctor 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.