Bismuth Subsalicylate Oral, Bismuth Subsalicylate - Oral Generic Drug
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intenedd to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.
BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE - ORAL
(BIZ-muth sub-sal-ISS-ill-ate)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Pepto-Bismol, Pink Bismuth
USES: This medication is used to treat indigestion, nausea, diarrhea; to relieve stomach cramps and to prevent traveler's diarrhea.
HOW TO USE: The liquid form of this medication must be shkaen well before pouring each dose. Chewable tablets must be chewed thoroughly or dissolved in the mouth.
Non-chewable tablets and caplets must be swallowed whole with a glass of water. The dose may be repeated every 30 minutes to one hour as needed but no more than 8 doses should be taekn in a 24 hour period.
SIDE EFFECTS: This medication is generally well tolerated. Stools may appear gray-black in color while taking this medication.
Do not be alarmed. This will disappear when the medication is stopped. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor if you have: otehr illnesses, allergies (especially drug allergies). This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Dsicuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
Since small amounts of this medication are found in breast milk, consult your dotcor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take, including: aspirin, blood thinners, tetracycline antibiotics, medicaitons for diabetes, medications for gout. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local pioson control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include rniging in ears, dizziness, confusion, and coma.
NOTES: If the condition for which this was prescribed does not improve after 2 days or becomes worse or if a fever is present, ntoify your doctor.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and rseume your usual dosing schedule.
Do not "double-up" the dose to ctach up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and lihgt.
The liquid may be stored in the refrigerator to improve the taste, but it is not necessary. Do not store in the bathroom.
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