ProductKaopectate Peppermint Flavor Anti Diarrheal
Active ingredientBISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE
Label structure7 sections
Dosage and administration
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 1/2 hour to 1 hour as needed. do not exceed 8 doses (240 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
upset stomach due to overindulgence in food and drink, including:
heartburn
indigestion
nausea
gas
belching
fullness
SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION
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.
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Do not take if you are
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allergic to salicylates (including aspirin)
taking other salicylate products
Do not use if you have
OTC - DO NOT USE SECTION
an ulcer
a bleeding problem
bloody or black stool
Ask a doctor before use if you have
OTC - ASK DOCTOR SECTION
a sodium-restricted diet
fever
mucus in the stool
OTC - ASK DOCTOR SECTION
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any drug for
diabetes
gout
arthritis
anticoagulation (thinning the blood)
OTC - WHEN USING SECTION
When using this product a temporary, but harmless, darkening of the stool and/or tongue may occur
Stop use and ask a doctor if
OTC - STOP USE SECTION
symptoms get worse
ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs
diarrhea lasts more than 2 days
OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING SECTION
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION
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 1/2 hour to 1 hour as needed.
do not exceed 8 doses (240 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
Other Information
SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION
each 15 mL dose cup contains: sodium 6 mg and salicylate 135mg
✓ Begins controlling symptoms from the first dose ✓ Quickly relieves urgency, gas, and cramping ✓ Effective on diarrhea from bacteria, viruses, and other causes
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