Dr. Simi Stomach Relief
BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE 525 MG
Indications and usage Uses relieves: ▪ diarrhea ▪ heart burn ▪ indigestion ▪ nausea ▪ upset stomach associated with these symptoms Dosage and administration Directions ▪ shake well before use ▪ use dose cup or tablespoon (TBSP) ▪ adults and children 12 years and over: 1 dose (30 mL or 2 TBSP) every 1/2 to 1 hour as needed ▪ do not exceed 8 doses (240 mL or 16 TBSP) 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.
Structured Monograph
Clinical summary
Indications and usage Uses relieves: ▪ diarrhea ▪ heart burn ▪ indigestion ▪ nausea ▪ upset stomach associated with these symptoms Dosage and administration Directions ▪ shake well before use ▪ use dose cup or tablespoon (TBSP) ▪ adults and children 12 years and over: 1 dose (30 mL or 2 TBSP) every 1/2 to 1 hour as needed ▪ do not exceed 8 doses (240 mL or 16 TBSP) 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 ▪ an ulcer ▪ a bleeding problem ▪ black or bloody stool Ask a doctor before use if you have ▪ fever ▪ mucus in 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 ▪ diarrhea lasts more than 2 days ▪ symptoms get worse or last more than 2 days ▪ ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs If pregnant or breast feeding, ask 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.
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 ▪ black or bloody stool Ask a doctor before use if you have ▪ fever ▪ mucus in 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 ▪ diarrhea lasts more than 2 days ▪ symptoms get worse or last more than 2 days ▪ ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs If pregnant or breast feeding, ask health professional before use.
Interaction Notes
- • Review official label interaction section.