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Pink Bismuth Maximum Strength

Dosage form
LIQUID
Labeler
Rij Pharmaceutical Corporation
Label updated
2018-05-02
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE
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Active ingredient (in each tablespoon= 15 mL)

Bismuth subsalicylate 525 mg

Purpose

Upset stomach reliever and anti-diarrheal

Uses
  • relieves upset stomach due to overindulgence in food or drink
  • controls diarrhea
Warnings

Reye's syndrome: Children and teenagers who have or are recovering from children 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 bloody or black stool
  • if you have an ulcer or bleeding problem

Ask a doctor before use if you have

  • fever
  • mucus in the stool
  • a magnesium-restricted diet
  • a sodium-restricted diet

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

taking any drug for

  • anticoagulation (thinning 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
  • ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs
  • diarrhea lasts more than 4 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  right away.

Directions
  • drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea
  • shake well before using
  • use pre-measured cup for accurate dosing
  • repeat dosage every 1/2 to 1 hour as needed
  • do not take more than 4 doses in 24 hours
  • use until diarrhea stops but not more than 2 days
  • adults & children 12 years and over: 2 tablespoons
  • children under 12 years: ask a doctor
Inactive ingredients

Carboxymethylcellulose sodium, D&C Red #3, FD&C Red #40, flavor, glycerin, magnesium aluminum silicate, saccharin sodium, salicylic acid, sodium benzoate, sodium saliycylate, sorbitol, water

Other information
  • Store at room temperature. Protect from freezing and excessive heat (over 40oF or 104oC)
  • each tablespoon (15 mL) contains: magnesium 32 mg
  • each tablespoon (15 mL) contains: sodium 24 mg
  • each tablespoon (15 mL) contains: total salycylate 262 mg
  • TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF PRINTED INNER CAP SEAL IS BROKEN OR MISSING.
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DailyMed Set ID: e2f824e8-5e60-4791-9393-7f200b3bba8a · Version 2
NDC: 53807-192