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FDA LABEL GENERIC: Bismuth Subsalicylate MFR: Pioneer Life Sciences, LLC

Bismuth Subsalicylate 262 Mg Oral Capsule

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Bismuth subsalicylate 262 mg

Purpose

Upset stomach reliever and antidiarrheal

INDICATIONS AND USAGE

relieves:
■ travelers' diarrhea ■ diarrhea  ■ upset stomach due to overindulgence in food and drink, including  ■ heartburn ■ indigestion ■ nausea ■ gas ■ belching ■ fullness

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 ■ 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 or last more than 2 days ■ 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 (1-800-222-1222) right away.

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION

■ swallow with water, do not chew
■ adults and children 12 years and over:
■ 2 softgels every ½ hour or 4 softgels every hour as needed for diarrhea
■ 2 softgels every ½ hour to 1 hour as needed for overindulgence (upset stomach, heartburn, indigestion, nausea)
■ do not exceed 8 doses (16 softgels) 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

■ each softgel contains:
■ salicylate 99 mg
■ low sodium
■ do not exceed 25°C

Polyethylene Glycol-400, Polysorbate 80, Soya Lecithin, Povidone (PVPK 30), Gelatin, Glycerin, Sorbitol Sorbitan Solution, D & C Red 33 , Titanium Dioxide, Purified Water

Call +1 (732) 994-2808 or email [email protected]

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