Bismuth Subsalicylate
Bismuth Subsalicylate 30 Tablets Chewable
What is Bismuth Subsalicylate?
Bismuth Subsalicylate is a chewable medication used to help relieve diarrhea, heartburn, and upset stomach. It is suitable for adults and older children, and your healthcare provider will determine the right dose for you.Side Effects
- Rectal bleeding, blood or mucus in your stools
- Ringing in your ears, or changes in your hearing
- Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Warnings
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have diabetes, gout, arthritis, or bloody or black stools.
- Do not give this medicine to a child or teenager who has chicken pox or symptoms of a virus or the flu, unless your doctor has told you to. This medicine may cause a rare but serious illness called Reye syndrome.
- This medicine can cause diarrhea. Call your doctor if the diarrhea becomes severe, does not stop, or is bloody. Do not take any medicine to stop diarrhea until you have talked to your doctor. Diarrhea can occur 2 months or more after you stop taking this medicine.
- Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse. If you still have diarrhea after you have been using this medicine for 2 days, stop using it and call your doctor.
- Your tongue or stools may become dark when you use this medicine. This is only temporary and will not hurt you. Ask your doctor about this if you have any concerns.
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- Rectal bleeding, blood or mucus in your stools
- Ringing in your ears, or changes in your hearing
- Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
- Behavior changes along with nausea and vomiting (in children or teenagers)
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have diabetes, gout, arthritis, or bloody or black stools.
- Do not give this medicine to a child or teenager who has chicken pox or symptoms of a virus or the flu, unless your doctor has told you to. This medicine may cause a rare but serious illness called Reye syndrome.
- This medicine can cause diarrhea. Call your doctor if the diarrhea becomes severe, does not stop, or is bloody. Do not take any medicine to stop diarrhea until you have talked to your doctor. Diarrhea can occur 2 months or more after you stop taking this medicine.
- Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse. If you still have diarrhea after you have been using this medicine for 2 days, stop using it and call your doctor.
- Your tongue or stools may become dark when you use this medicine. This is only temporary and will not hurt you. Ask your doctor about this if you have any concerns.
- Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
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Bismuth Subsalicylate 30 Tablets Chewable
What is Bismuth Subsalicylate ?
Bismuth Subsalicylate is a chewable medication used to help relieve diarrhea, heartburn, and upset stomach. It is suitable for adults and older children, and your healthcare provider will determine the right dose for you.
Bismuth Subsalicylate is a chewable medication that helps treat diarrhea, heartburn, and upset stomach. It works by reducing the flow of fluids into the bowel, calming inflammation in the intestines, and may help eliminate germs that cause diarrhea. It is important to take this medication exactly as directed by your healthcare provider. Common side effects may include a darkening of the tongue or stools, which is usually harmless. If your symptoms worsen or if diarrhea lasts longer than expected, you should stop taking the medication and contact your healthcare provider. Always inform your doctor about any other medications you are taking, as well as any allergies or health conditions you may have, to ensure that Bismuth Subsalicylate is safe for you. Additionally, if you are giving this medication to a child or teenager, consult their doctor first, especially if they show any concerning symptoms. Remember to stay hydrated and follow your prescriber's instructions for the best results.
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