Bismuth subsalicylate (Bismatrol) Drug Information - Guideline Central

Bismatrol (Bismuth subsalicylate) tablet, chewable

Major Pharmaceuticals
Major Pharmaceuticals
Guardian Drug Company
Bismatrol
Bismuth subsalicylate
BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE
BISMUTH CATION
CALCIUM BICARBONATE
D&C RED NO. 27
MAGNESIUM STEARATE
MANNITOL
STARCH, CORN
SACCHARIN SODIUM
GDC122

Active ingredient (in each tablet)

Bismuth subsalicylate 262 mg

(total salicylate 102 mg per tablet)

Purpose

Upset stomach reliever and anti-diarrheal

Uses

relieves:

  • diarrhea
  • heartburn
  • indigestion
  • nausea
  • upset stomach associated with these symptoms

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 stools
  • an ulcer
  • a bleeding problem

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 of 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 immediately.

Keep out of reach of children

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

Directions

  • chew or dissolve in mouth
  • adults and children 12 years and over: 2 tablets every 1/2 to 1 hour as needed
  • do not take more than 8 doses (16 tablets) in 24 hours
  • children under 12 years: ask a doctor
  • drink plenty of fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea.

Other information:

each tablet contains:

  • sodium less than 1 mg
  • salicylate 102 mg
  • very low sodium
  • avoid excessive heat (over 104˚F or 40˚C)
  • TAMPER EVIDENT: Do not use if individual compartments are torn or missing.

Inactive ingredients

calcium carbonate, D&C red 27 aluminum lake, flavor, magnesium stearate, mannitol, pregelatinized starch, saccharin sodium.

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MAJOR

NDC 0904-1315-46

Bismatrol Chewable Tablets

Soothing, coating action provides

fast relief for heartburn, indigestion, nausea, upset stomach and diarrhea

COMPARE TO THE ACTIVE INGREDIENT IN PEPTO-BISMOL®

30 chewable tablets

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