FDA Label for Gnp Pink Bismuth

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Gnp Pink Bismuth Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Amerisource Bergen. 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 Tablet)



Bismuth subsalicylate 262 mg
(total salicylate 102 mg per tablet)


Purpose



Upset stomach reliever and anti-diarrheal


Use(S)



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 behaviour 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 stool
  • 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 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.


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 which may accompany diarrhea

Other Information



  • each tablet contains:
  • sodium less than 1 mg
  • salicylate 102 mg
  • very low sodium
  • avoid excessive heat (over 104oF or 40oC)
  • TAMPER EVIDENT: Do not use if individual compartments are torn or open.

Inactive Ingredients



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


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NDC 46122-701-65
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Compare To Pepto-Bismol Chewable active ingredient*

protective coating

Pink Bismuth
Anti-diarrheal


soothing relief for:

upset stomach, indigestion

heartburn, diarrhea & nausea



30 chewable tablets





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