Percy Medicine 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 diarrhea, reduces number of bowel movements. Helps firm stool. Relieves nausea, heartburn, fullness due to overindulgence of food and drink.
Verbatim from this product's FDA label. Tap a section to expand.
Directions (shake well before using) Adults and children 12 yrs and over : 2 teaspoonfuls every hour as needed , not to exceed 4 doses in 24 hours and not more than 2 days.
Children under 12:
Consult a doctor.
Warnings Children and teenagers that have or are recovering from Chicken Pox, flu systems, or flue should NOT use this product. If nausea, vomiting, or fever occur, consult a doctor because these symptoms could be an early sign of Reye Syndrome, a rare but serious condition.
Allergy Alert:
Contains Salicylates. Do Not take if you are - allergic to salicylates (including aspirin) - taking other salicylate products. Do not use if you have - blood or black stool - an ulcer - bleeding problem. Ask a doctor before use if you are taking any drug for anti coagulation (thinning of 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 consult a doctor if - symptoms get worse - ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs - diarrhea lasts more that 2 days.
if pregnant or breast feeding ask a professional before use . In case of accidental overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.
Warnings Children and teenagers that have or are recovering from Chicken Pox, flu systems, or flue should NOT use this product. If nausea, vomiting, or fever occur, consult a doctor because these symptoms could be an early sign of Reye Syndrome, a rare but serious condition.
Allergy Alert:
Contains Salicylates. Do Not take if you are - allergic to salicylates (including aspirin) - taking other salicylate products. Do not use if you have - blood or black stool - an ulcer - bleeding problem. Ask a doctor before use if you are taking any drug for anti coagulation (thinning of 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 consult a doctor if - symptoms get worse - ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs - diarrhea lasts more that 2 days.
if pregnant or breast feeding ask a professional before use . In case of accidental overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.
Not medical advice. Always read the patient information leaflet and follow your prescriber or pharmacist.
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