Kaopectate (BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE)
Kaopectate (BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE) is one of 8,063 medications in the MedPlain dataset. Key details — Brand name: Kaopectate; Generic name: BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE; Drug class: Bismuth [EPC].
| Brand name | Kaopectate |
|---|---|
| Generic name | BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE |
| Drug class | Bismuth [EPC] |
| Manufacturer | KRAMER LABORATORIES |
| Used for | Uses relieves: traveler's diarrhea diarrhea upset stomach due to overindulgence in food and drink including: heartburn indigestion nausea gas belching fullness |
| Dosage | Directions shake well immediately before each use only use pre-measured dose cup adults and children 12 years of age and older: 1 dose (30 mL) every hour as needed. do not exceed 4 doses (120 mL) in 24 hours use until diarrhea stops but not more than 2 days children under 12 years: ask a doctor drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea |
| Warnings | 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. |
| Active ingredient(s) | Active Ingredient (per 15 mL) Bismuth subsalicylate 525 mg |
| Route | ORAL |
| Official label | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=18b79c8c-b2fd-449b-a154-7158c9b13cdd |