PINK BISMUTH- bismuth subsalicylate liquid
Geri-Care Pharmaceuticals, Corp
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Active ingredient (in each 15 mL Tablespoon = TBSP)
Bismuth subsalicylate 262 mg
Purposes
upset stomach reliever and antidiarrheal
Uses
relieves
- travelers’ diarrhea
- diarrhea
- upset stomach due to overindulgence in food and drink, including:
- heartburn
- indigestion
- nausea
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
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
- drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea
- for accurate dosing, use dose cup
adults and children 12 years and over
- take 2 TBSP every 1/2 hour to 1 hour as needed
- do not exceed 16 TBSP in 24 hours
- use until diarrhea stops but not more than 2 days
children under 12 years:ask a doctor
Other information
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each TBSP contains: sodium 6 mg. salicylate 130mg
- low sodium
- sugar free
- protect from freezing
- avoid excessive heat (over 104F or 40C)
- store at room temperature
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TAMPER-EVIDENT: Do not use if imprinted neckband is missing or broken.
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Inactive ingredients
benzoic acid, D and C red no. 22, D and C red no. 28, flavor, magnesium aluminum silicate, methylcellulose, purified water, saccharin sodium, salicyclic acid, simethicone emulsion, sodium salicylate, sorbic acid, xanthan gum
package Label
GERICARE
NDC 57896-392-16
pink bismuth
regular strength
bismuth subsalicylate 262mg/ 15mL
upset stomach reliever/antidiarrheal
soothing relief for 5 symptoms
heartburn
indigestion
upset stomach
nausea
diarrhea
compare to the active ingredient of Pepto-Bismol
16 FL OZ (1 PT) (473 mL)