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BISMUTH SUBCITRATE POTASSIUM; METRONIDAZOLE; TETRACYCLINE (BIZ muth sub SIH trayt poe TAS ee um; me troe NI da zole; tet ra SYE kleen) is an antibiotic. It is used to treat stomach ulcers associated with Helicobacter pylori, a bacterial infection.
This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
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Take this medicine by mouth with a full glass of water. Take it as directed on the prescription label at the same time every day. Take all of this medicine unless your health care provider tells you to stop it early. Keep taking it even if you think you are better.
Take products with aluminum, calcium, iron, magnesium, or zinc in them at a different time of day than this medicine. Talk to your health care provider if you have questions.
Talk to your health care provider about the use of this medicine in children. It is not approved for use in children.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
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Do not take this medication with any of the following:
-Acitretin
-Alcohol or any product that contains alcohol
-Cisapride
-Disulfiram
-Dronedarone
-Pimozide
-Thioridazine
This medication may also interact with the following:
-Antacids, vitamins, or other products that contain aluminum, calcium, iron, magnesium, or zinc
-Busulfan
-Certain medications that treat or prevent blood clots, such as warfarin
-Cimetidine
-Estrogen or progestin hormones
-Lithium
-Other medications that cause heart rhythm changes
-Phenobarbital
-Phenytoin
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
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Tell your health care provider if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse.
Do not treat diarrhea with over the counter products. Contact your health care provider if you have diarrhea that lasts more than 2 days or if it is severe and watery.
This medicine can make you more sensitive to the sun. Keep out of the sun. If you cannot avoid being in the sun, wear protective clothing and sunscreen. Do not use sun lamps or tanning beds/booths.
Birth control may not work properly while you are taking this medicine. Talk to your health care provider about using an extra method of birth control.
Some products may contain alcohol. Ask your health care provider if this medicine contains alcohol. Be sure to tell all health care providers you are taking this medicine. Certain medicines, such as metronidazole and disulfiram, can cause an unpleasant reaction when taken with alcohol. The reaction includes flushing, headache, nausea, vomiting, sweating, and increased thirst. The reaction can last from 30 minutes to several hours.
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If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
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Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
-allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
-breathing problems
-chest pain
-dizziness
-fast, irregular heartbeat
-general ill feeling or flu-like symptoms
-pain, tingling, numbness in the hands or feet
-rash, fever, and swollen lymph nodes
-redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
-seizures
-sore throat
-trouble passing urine or change in the amount of urine
-trouble swallowing
-unusual bleeding or bruising
-unusually weak or tired
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
-change in taste
-darkening of tongue
-diarrhea
-headache
-muscle pain
-nausea
-unusual vaginal discharge, itching, or odor
-upset stomach
This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Get rid of any unused medicine after the expiration date.
To get rid of medicines that are no longer needed or have expired:
-Take the medicine to a medicine take-back program. Check with your pharmacy or law enforcement to find a location.
-If you cannot return the medicine, check the label or package insert to see if the medicine should be thrown out in the garbage or flushed down the toilet. If you are not sure, ask your health care provider. If it is safe to put it in the trash, empty the medicine out of the container. Mix the medicine with cat litter, dirt, coffee grounds, or other unwanted substance. Seal the mixture in a bag or container. Put it in the trash.
NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.
DISCLAIMER: This drug information content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Patients should always consult their physician with any questions regarding a medical condition and to obtain medical advice and treatment. Drug information is sourced from GSDD (Gold Standard Drug Database ) provided by Elsevier.
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