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Medique Diotame is a brand name for Bismuth Subsalicylate. The medicine, its uses, side effects and dosage are the same regardless of brand.
Used for: Uses relieves traveler's diarrhea diarrhea upset stomach reliever due to overindulgence in food and drink, including: • heartburn • indigestion • nausea • gas • belching • fullness
Verbatim from this product's FDA label. Tap a section to expand.
Directions chew or dissolve in mouth do not swallow tablets whole drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration, which may accompany diarrhea Adults and children: (12 years and over) chew 2 tablets every 1/2 to 1 hour as needed do not exceed 16 tablets in 24 hours use until diarrhea stops but not more than 2 days Children under 12 years: ask a doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms get worse or lasts 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 accidental overdose, contact a physician or poison control center immediately (1-800-222-1222).
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. 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 an ulcer a bleeding problem Ask a doctor before use if you have fever mucus in the stool Ask a doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any drug for anticoagulation (thinning of the blood) diabetes gout arthritis When using this product a temporary and harmless darkening of the tongue and/or stool may occur.
Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms get worse or lasts 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 accidental overdose, contact a physician or poison control center immediately (1-800-222-1222).
Do not use if you have bloody or black stool an ulcer a bleeding problem
Not medical advice. Always read the patient information leaflet and follow your prescriber or pharmacist.
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