Bismuth Camphocarbonate / Guaifenesin
This combination medication contains bismuth camphocarbonate, which helps relieve diarrhea and gastrointestinal discomfort, along with guaifenesin, an expectorant that loosens and thins mucus in the airways to ease chest congestion and cough. It is commonly used to address multiple symptoms of upper respiratory infections and digestive upset simultaneously.
A combination medication for relieving diarrhea, stomach upset, chest congestion, and productive cough associated with colds and respiratory infections.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1008560
- Generic
- Bismuth Camphocarbonate / Guaifenesin
- Class
- multi-ingredient
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Treatment of symptoms associated with upper respiratory infections and common colds, including chest congestion, productive cough, diarrhea, upset stomach, indigestion, and nausea.
Guaifenesin acts as an expectorant by thinning and loosening mucus in the airways, making it easier to clear through coughing. Bismuth camphocarbonate provides anti-diarrheal and stomach-soothing effects by reducing intestinal inflammation and inhibiting bacterial growth in the gut.
May cause darkening of stool or tongue, which is harmless. Avoid use in children recovering from viral infections due to Reye's syndrome risk. Consult a healthcare provider before use if pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking other medications. Do not use for persistent diarrhea accompanied by fever.
Official drug label
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