FDA Label for Meijer Stomach Relief
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- ACTIVE INGREDIENT (IN EACH CAPLET)
- PURPOSE
- USES
- WARNINGS
- DO NOT USE IF YOU HAVE
- ASK A DOCTOR BEFORE USE IF YOU HAVE
- ASK A DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST BEFORE USE IF YOU ARE TAKING ANY DRUG FOR
- WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT
- STOP USE AND ASK A DOCTOR IF
- IF PREGNANT OR BREAST-FEEDING, ASK A HEALTH PROFESSIONAL BEFORE USE.
- DIRECTIONS
- OTHER INFORMATION
- INACTIVE INGREDIENTS
- QUESTIONS?
- PRINCIPAL DISPLAY
Meijer Stomach Relief Product Label
The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Meijer Distribution Inc. The document includes published materials associated whith this product with the essential scientific information about this product as well as other prescribing information. Product labels may durg indications and usage, generic names, contraindications, active ingredients, strength dosage, routes of administration, appearance, warnings, inactive ingredients, etc.
Active Ingredient (In Each Caplet)
Bismuth subsalicylate 262 mg
Purpose
Upset stomach reliever and anti-diarrheal
Uses
relieves:
• travelers’ diarrhea• diarrhea• upset stomach due to overindulgence in food and drink, including:• heartburn• 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
• an ulcer• a bleeding problem• bloody or black stool
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 or last more than 2 days• 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.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately at 1-800-222-1222.
Directions
▪ swallow with water, do not chew▪ adults and children 12 years and older: 2 caplets every 1/2 to 1 hour as needed▪ do not exceed 8 doses (16 caplets) in 24 hours▪ use until diarrhea stops but not more than 2 days▪ children under 12 years: ask a doctor▪ drink plenty clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea.
Other Information
• each caplet contains: calcium 27 mg, sodium 3 mg• salicylate 99 mg• low sodium• sugar free• store at room temperature.
TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF PRINTED SEAL UNDER CAP IS BROKEN OR MISSING.
Inactive Ingredients
calcium carbonate, crospovidone, D&C Red No. 27, magnesium stearate, maltodextrin, microcrystalline cellulose, sodium lauryl sulfate.
Questions?
1-866-467-2748
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BDC# 41250-324-40
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Stomach relief
Bismuth Subsalicylate 262 mg
Soothing relief for Upset Stomach, Indigestion, Nausea, Heartburn and Diarrhea
40 caplets
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MEIJER DISTRIBUTION, INC
GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49544
*This product is not manufactured or distributed by The Procter & Gamble Co., owner of the registered trademark Pepto-Bismol®.
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