Drug Reference
Bismuth Subgallate
OTC
Fact box
- Habit forming
- No
- Availability
- Over-the-counter (OTC)
Brand names
Devrom
Available as
200 MG · Oral Capsule200 MG · Chewable Tablet
FDA label sections are from openFDA and may not reflect the most recent labeling — confirm against the current DailyMed label.
Uses
Use for eliminating or reducing odor from flatulence (gas) and stool (feces).
How to use / dosing
Directions Adults and children 12 years and over: 1 to 2 tablets up to four times daily. Do not exceed 8 tablets in 24 hours. Children under 12 years: ask a doctor.
Safety advice
Conservative summary derived from FDA labeling — defaults to “consult your doctor” unless the label is explicit. Not a substitute for your clinician’s advice.
PregnancyConsult your doctor
…Warnings If pregnant or breast-feeding , ask a health professional before use.…
BreastfeedingConsult your doctor
…Warnings If pregnant or breast-feeding , ask a health professional before use.…
AlcoholNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
DrivingNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
KidneyNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
LiverNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
Warnings & precautions
Warnings If pregnant or breast-feeding , ask a health professional before use. When using this product a temporary, but harmless, darkening of the stool and/or tongue may occur. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Keep out of reach of children.
Current FDA labels (DailyMed)
Authoritative sources
Reference only — not clinical advice. Verify against current FDA labeling and consult a licensed provider. About half of pediatric drug use is off-label and is not reflected in FDA labels; absence of pediatric information does not mean a medicine is unused or unsafe in children.