Pepto Bismol, Pepto Bismol® Ultra, 24 Caplets

Swallow with water, do not chew.

Adults and children 12 years and over:

• 1 caplet (1 dose) every 1/2 hour or 2 caplets (2 doses) every hour as needed for diarrhea.
• 1 caplet (1 dose) every 1/2 hour as needed for overindulgence (upset stomach, heartburn, indigestion, nausea).

Do not exceed 8 doses (8 caplets) 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.

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 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. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Avoid excessive heat (over 104°F or 40°C).

​Do not use if inner printed seal on bottle is broken or missing. 

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