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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 nameKaopectate
Generic nameBISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE
Drug classBismuth [EPC]
ManufacturerKRAMER LABORATORIES
Used forUses relieves: traveler's diarrhea diarrhea upset stomach due to overindulgence in food and drink including: heartburn indigestion nausea gas belching fullness
DosageDirections 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
WarningsWarnings 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
RouteORAL
Official labelhttps://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=18b79c8c-b2fd-449b-a154-7158c9b13cdd

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