Bismuth subgallate

Bismuth subgallate is an over-the-counter medication used to treat malodor by deodorizing flatulence and stools.

• Bismuth subgallate is available under the following different brand names: Devrom

Common side effects of Bismuth subgallate include:

• Dark tongue and stool.

Serious side effects of Bismuth subgallate include:

• Hives; 
• Itching;
• Red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; 
• Wheezing; 
• Tightness in the chest or throat; 
• Trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Rare side effects of Bismuth subgallate include:

• none 

Seek medical care or call 911 at once if you have the following serious side effects:

• Severe headache, confusion, slurred speech, arm or leg weakness, trouble walking, loss of coordination, feeling unsteady, very stiff muscles, high fever, profuse sweating, or tremors;
• Serious eye symptoms such as sudden vision loss, blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain or swelling, or seeing halos around lights;
• Serious heart symptoms include fast, irregular, or pounding heartbeats; fluttering in the chest; shortness of breath; sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, or passing out.

This is not a complete list of side effects and other serious side effects or health problems that may occur because of the use of this drug. Call your doctor for medical advice about serious side effects or adverse reactions. You may report side effects or health problems to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

 Adult and pediatric dosage

Tablet

• 200 mg

Fecal Odor with Colostomy, Ileostomy, or Incontinence

Adult dosage

• Chew or swallow 200-400 mg orally three times a day with meals

Pediatric dosage

• Chew or swallow 200 mg orally three times a day with meals

Dosage Considerations – Should be Given as Follows: 

• See “Dosages”

If your medical doctor is using this medicine to treat your pain, your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with your doctor, health care provider, or pharmacist first

• Bismuth subgallate has no noted severe interactions with any other drugs.
• Bismuth subgallate has no noted serious interactions with any other drugs.
• Bismuth subgallate has no noted moderate interactions with any other drugs.
• Bismuth subgallate has no noted minor interactions with any other drugs.

This information does not contain all possible interactions or adverse effects. Visit the RxList Drug Interaction Checker for any drug interactions. Therefore, before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist about all your products. Keep a list of all your medications with you and share this information with your doctor and pharmacist. Check with your healthcare professional or doctor for additional medical advice, or if you have health questions or concerns.

Contraindications

• Hypersensitivity 

Effects of drug abuse

• None

Short-Term Effects

• See “What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Bismuth subgallate?”

Long-Term Effects

• See “What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Bismuth subgallate?”

Cautions

• Hepatic or renal impairment

Pregnancy and Lactation

• Use with caution if the benefits outweigh the risks during pregnancy.

Lactation

• Poorly absorbed into system circulation
• Pregnant or breastfeeding patients should seek the advice of a health professional before using OTC drugs