Pep Tum (Bismuth subsalicylate) tablet, chewable
Active ingredient (in each tablet)
Bismuth subsalicylate 262 mg (each tablet contains 102 mg salicylate)
Purpose
Antidiarrheal/Antacid
Uses
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
- bloody or black stool
- an ulcer
- a bleeding problem
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you
- are taking any drug for anticoagulation (thinning the blood)
- diabetes
- gout
- arthritis
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
When using this product
a temporary, but harmless, darkening of the stool and/or tongue may occur.
If pregnant or breast-feeding,
ask a health professional before use.
Keep Out of Reach of Children.
In case of accidental overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Directions
- chew or dissolve in mouth
- Adults and children 12 years and over: 2 tablets (1 dose) every ½ hour or 4 tablets (2 doses) every hour as needed for diarrhea
- 2 tablets (1 dose) every 1/2 hour as needed for overindulgence (upset stomach, heartburn, indigestion, nausea)
- do not exceed 8 doses (16 tablets) in 24 hours
- use until diarrhea stops but not more than 2 days
- Children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
- drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea
Inactive Ingredients
acacia gum, aspartame, calcium carbonate, D&C red #27 aluminum lake, dextrates,
magnesium stearate, maltodextrin, microcrystalline cellulose, peppermint flavor, silicon dioxide
Other Information
- Phenylketonurics: contains phenylalanine 1.1mg per tablet
Calcium content per tablet: 73mg - store at room temperature 15°– 30°C (59°– 86°F)
- avoid excessive heat (over 40°C or 104°F)
- do not use if cellophane unit is torn
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