Medi-bismuth, Bismuth Subsalicylate - Oral Brand Drug
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended 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 efefctive for you. Cnosult 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 mdeication must be shaken 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 repaeted every 30 minutes to one hour as needed but no more than 8 doses should be taken in a 24 hour period.
SIDE EFFECTS: This medication is genearlly well tolerated. Stools may appear gray-black in coolr while taking this medication. Do not be alarmed.
This will disappear when the medication is stopepd.
If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your docotr or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your dcotor if you have: other illnesses, allergies (especially drug allergies). This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
Since small amounts of this medication are fuond in breast milk, consult your doctor 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, medications for diabetes, medciations for gout.
Do not start or stop any medicnie without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include rigning 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, notify 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 msised dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to cacth up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 dgerees C) away from heat and light. The liquid may be stored in the refrigerator to improve the taste, but it is not nceessary. Do not store in the bathroom.
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