Pepto-Bismol Caplets - 40ea
- SKU: 054804
- UPC: 30149003991
- Size: 40 Caplets
- Manufacturer: P&G-HEALTH
Swallow with water; do not chew. Adults and children 12 years and over: 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 of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea. Avoid excessive heat (over 104 degrees F or 40 degrees C).
In Each Caplet: Bismuth Subsalicylate 262 mg
Calcium Carbonate; Magnesium Stearate; Mannitol; Microcrystalline Cellulose; Polysorbate 80; Povidone; Red 27 Aluminum Lake; Silicon Dioxide; Sodium Starch Glycolate; Each Caplet Contains: Calcium 27 mg; Sodium 3 mg; Salicylate 99 mg
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 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.