Pepto Diarrhea
Generic name: Bismuth Subsalicylate
Drug class:
Antidiarrheals
Usage of Pepto Diarrhea
Pepto Diarrhea relieves diarrhea, travelers' diarrhea, nausea, heartburn, indigestion, gas, or upset stomach.
Pepto Diarrhea may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Pepto Diarrhea side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives, difficult breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Pepto Diarrhea may cause serious side effects. Stop using Pepto Diarrhea and call your doctor at once if you have:
Pepto Diarrhea may cause you to have a black or darkened tongue. This is a harmless side effect.
Common side effects include:
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Before taking Pepto Diarrhea
You should not use Pepto Diarrhea if you are allergic to it, or if you have:
Using this medicine in a child or teenager with flu symptoms or chickenpox can cause a serious or fatal condition called Reye's syndrome.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you have or have ever had:
Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Do not give this medicine to a child younger than 12 years old without medical advice.
This medicine may contain phenylalanine and could be harmful if you have phenylketonuria (PKU).
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How to use Pepto Diarrhea
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.
Shake the oral suspension (liquid). Measure a dose with the supplied measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).
You must chew the chewable tablet before you swallow it.
Drink plenty of liquids while you are taking Pepto Diarrhea.
Taking more than the recommended dose will not make Pepto Diarrhea more effective, and may cause serious side effects.
Call your doctor if you still have diarrhea after 2 days of using this medicine.
This medicine can affect the results of certain medical tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using Pepto Diarrhea.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not freeze.
Warnings
You should not use Pepto Diarrhea if you have bleeding problems, a stomach ulcer, blood in your stools, or if you are allergic to aspirin or other salicylates.
Using this medicine in a child or teenager with flu symptoms or chickenpox can cause a serious or fatal condition called Reye's syndrome.
What other drugs will affect Pepto Diarrhea
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using Pepto Diarrhea with any other medicines, especially:
This list is not complete. Other drugs may affect Pepto Diarrhea, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible drug interactions are listed here.
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