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.GNP K-PEC Anti-Diarrheal Peppermint Flavor 12 fl oz (355 ml)*
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Item Number: 991819
Manufacturer: Red Cross
Manufacturer Part No: 087701399671
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Description
*Compare to active ingredient in Kaopectate
- For Relief of Diarrhea and Cramping
- Alcohol Free
- Bismuth Subsalicylate
Uses
- relieves diarrhea
- relieves nausea and upset stomach associated with this symptom
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 or 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 take 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
- a magnesium-restricted diet
- a sodium-restricted diet
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any drug for
- anticoagulation (thinning 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
- 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 this and all drugs out of the reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, seek professional assistance or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.
Ingredients
Active ingredient: Bismuth subsalicylate 262 mg - Anti-diarrheal/upset stomach reliever
Inactive ingredients: carbomethylcellulose sodium, D&C RED #3, FD&C RED #40 flavor, glycerin, magnesium luminum silicate, saccharin sodium, salicylic acid, sodium benzoate, sodium salicylate, sorbitol, water
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