Kaopectate Bismuth subsalicylate 262 mg Tablet, Coated, 84-count — NDC 55505-197-77 (Billing 55505-0197-77)
This is a package of 84 tablets of Kaopectate Bismuth subsalicylate 262 mg Tablet, Coated from Kramer Laboratories, marketed since Oct 2020 and currently FDA-listed.
NDC database record
One package, one record: these facts belong to NDC 55505-197-77 alone.
- Record
- FDA NDC Directory package listing · Human OTC drug
- Code segments
- 55505 labeler · 197 product · 77 package
- Package marketed since
- Nov 15, 2025
- Sample package
- No — commercial package
- Listing certified through
- Dec 31, 2027
- Barcode (UPC)
- 0053076000405
- FDA record last changed
- Jul 24, 2026
Identity & classification
Regulatory identifiers FDA, NLM and CMS codes for this package
- RxCUI (RxNorm): 308760
Where does this data come from?
- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 1, 2026
- FDA label on DailyMed · label index refreshed Oct 5, 2026
- RxNorm (NLM RxNav) · catalog refreshed Oct 1, 2026
- Medi-Span GPI (licensed)
- First Databank (licensed) · refreshed Oct 1, 2026
RxNorm drug class
This medicine belongs to the Bismuth class.
Where does this data come from?
- RxClass (NLM) · catalog refreshed Oct 1, 2026
Clinical
- It relieves diarrhea, including traveler's diarrhea. It also helps with upset stomach after overindulging in food and drink, such as heartburn, indigestion, nausea, gas, belching a...
- Use it only until the diarrhea stops, and no more than 2 days. If you're not better by then, or you get worse sooner, stop and see a doctor. Drink plenty of clear fluids while you...
- That's a known, temporary and harmless effect of this medicine. But black stool can also signal bleeding, so do not use it if you already have bloody or black stool.
- Children under 12 should be checked by a doctor first. Children and teens who have or are recovering from chicken pox or flu-like symptoms should not use it because of Reye's syndr...
Patient education
Supplement & herbal interactions
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Where does this data come from?
- MedlinePlus (NLM) · refreshed Oct 1, 2026
- FDA label on DailyMed · label index refreshed Oct 5, 2026
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Pricing
A drug doesn't have one price. Each row is a different public payment system, and none is what you'd pay at the counter — that depends on your insurance. The ⓘ on each row explains what it measures.
| Price system | Per each | Per package |
|---|---|---|
| Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly | Not in the retail survey — common for institutional, discontinued, or low-volume packs. | |
| Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo | No recent Medicaid claims on file for this NDC — rare and low-volume NDCs are suppressed in the public data. | |
| Medicare drug plans payPart D · quarterly | No Part D plan price is available for this NDC in our data. | |
Where does this data come from?
- CMS NADAC weekly file
- CMS ASP pricing files · refreshed Sep 20, 2026
- CMS Medicaid State Drug Utilization Data · refreshed Oct 5, 2026
- CMS Part D plan pricing files · refreshed Sep 24, 2026
- VA National Acquisition Center price file
Packaging — all sizes for this product
| Package NDC | Description | Marketing start | Marketing end | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55505-0197-07 55505-197-07 Main listing | 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON / 28 TABLET, COATED in 1 BOTTLE | 2020-10-01 | — | Active |
| 55505-0197-70 55505-197-70 | 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON / 42 TABLET, COATED in 1 BOTTLE | 2021-02-01 | — | Active |
| 55505-0197-77 You're viewing this | 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON / 84 TABLET, COATED in 1 BOTTLE | 2025-11-15 | — | Active |
| 55505-0197-78 55505-197-78 | 2 CARTON in 1 PACKAGE / 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON / 42 TABLET, COATED in 1 BOTTLE | 2025-04-23 | — | Active |
Pack size FAQ
What quantity is in this package?
How does this package differ from NDC 55505-0197-07?
What NDC number is used to bill for this package of Kaopectate Bismuth subsalicylate 262 mg Tablet, Coated?
Therapeutic equivalents
| Product | Labeler | Pack | NADAC/unit | TE | Status | Price vs. this |
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| GNP Pink Bismuth 262 mg 24385-0017-58 | Amerisource | 40 tablets | $0.093 | — | Availability likely | — |
| Bismuth Subsalicylate 262 mg 70000-0594-01 | LEADER/ | 24 tablets | $0.093 | — | Availability likely | — |
| Foster and Thrive Stomach Relief 262 mg 70677-1082-01 | Strategic | 40 tablets | $0.093 | — | Availability likely | — |
| Stomach Relief 262 mg 83324-0060-40 | Chain | 40 tablets | $0.093 | — | Availability likely | — |
| Walgreen 262 mg 00363-9125-40 | WALGREEN | 40 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| up and up 5-symptom digestive relief 262 mg 11673-0122-48 | Target | 48 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| up and up 5-symptom digestive relief 262 mg 11673-0125-20 | Target | 40 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| 5-Symptom Digestive Relief 262 mg 11673-0880-44 | TARGET | 40 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Rite Aid Digestive Relief 262 mg 11822-1254-00 | RITE | 40 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Digestive Relief 262 mg 21130-0125-40 | SAFEWAY | 40 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Kroger Digestive Relief 262 mg 30142-0524-24 | KROGER | 24 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Topco Stomach Relief 262 mg 36800-0104-28 | Topco | 40 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Stomach Relief 262 mg 37808-0346-08 | H | 24 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Equaline Stomach Relief 262 mg 41163-0123-28 | UNITED | 40 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| meijer stomach relief 262 mg 41250-0324-40 | Meijer | 40 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Stomach reliever 262 mg 42507-0707-28 | Hyvee | 40 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Stomach Relief 262 mg 49035-0346-10 | Wal-Mart | 40 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Kaopectate 262 mgthis 55505-0197-77 | Kramer | 84 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| POCKET PEPTO Pepto Bismol 262 mg 58933-0017-12 | Procter | 12 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Pepto-Bismol 262 mg 58933-0476-01 | Procter | 2 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| QC Pink Bismuth 262 mg 63868-0171-40 | QUALITY | 40 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Stomach Relief 262 mg 63868-0691-40 | CHAIN | 40 tablets | — | — | Discontinued | — |
| Anti-Diarrheal 262 mg 66715-6841-04 | Lil' | 24 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Stomach relief 262 mg 69842-0172-12 | CVS | 24 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Bismuth Subsalicylate 262 mg 69842-0346-12 | CVS | 24 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| AMAZON Digestive Relief 262 mg 72288-0125-40 | AMAZON.COM | 40 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Pepto-Bismol 262 mg 76420-0490-24 | ASCLEMED | 24 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Stomach Relief 262 mg 63868-0622-30 | CDMA- | 30 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Topcare Stomach Relief Original Strength 262 mg 76162-0001-85 | TopCo | 30 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| CVS Stomach Relief 262 mg 51316-0124-48 | CVS | 48 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Bismuth 262 mg 69168-0046-69 | Allegiant | 12 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Stomach Relief 262 mg 41226-0475-42 | Kroger | 24 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Stomach Relief 262 mg 37835-0207-48 | Bi-Mart | 48 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
Where does this data come from?
- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 1, 2026
- FDA Orange Book · refreshed Oct 3, 2026
- CMS NADAC weekly file
Availability & generic status
We did not find an FDA-approved generic match for this exact strength, form and route.
Where does this data come from?
- FDA Orange Book · refreshed Oct 3, 2026
What it looks like
Where does this data come from?
- FDA label on DailyMed · label index refreshed Oct 5, 2026
Inactive Ingredients / Excipients
Inactive ingredients, also called excipients, are components of the drug product other than the active ingredient. They may include fillers, dyes, coatings, preservatives, flavors, or other formulation ingredients.
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UNII M28OL1HH48
Croscarmellose sodium is a plant-based substance derived from cellulose. It acts as a disintegrant, helping tablets and capsules break down quickly in the digestive system so the medicine can be absorbed.
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UNII 2S7830E561
Crospovidone is a synthetic polymer derived from povidone. It acts as a disintegrant, helping the tablet or capsule break apart quickly in the stomach so the active ingredient can be absorbed.
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UNII Y6O7T4G8P9
Hydrated silica is a fine powder form of silicon dioxide with absorbed water. It works as an anti-caking agent and absorbent in medicines, helping powders stay free-flowing and preventing clumping.
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Hypromellose is a plant-based thickener made from cellulose. It's used in medicines as a binder to hold ingredients together, a coating for tablets, and a thickener for liquids.
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UNII 70097M6I30
Magnesium stearate is a salt made from magnesium and stearic acid, a fatty substance. It's used in tablets and capsules as a lubricant and glidant to help ingredients flow smoothly during manufacturing and prevent sticking.
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UNII OP1R32D61U
Microcrystalline cellulose is a purified form of cellulose, a natural fiber from plant sources. It acts as a binder and filler in tablets and capsules, helping hold ingredients together and give the medicine its shape and size.
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UNII T5L8T28FGP
Mineral oil is a clear, odorless liquid derived from crude oil. It acts as a lubricant and emollient in medications, helping pills slide smoothly during manufacturing and aiding moisture retention in topical products.
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UNII FZ989GH94E
Povidone is a synthetic polymer made from a plastic-like material. It acts as a binder to hold tablet ingredients together and as a disintegrant to help the tablet break apart in your stomach so the medicine can be absorbed.
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UNII 368GB5141J
A detergent and foaming agent derived from coconut or palm oil. In medications, it helps break down and mix oil and water-based ingredients, aids in tablet disintegration, and improves how the drug dissolves and spreads in the mouth or digestive system.
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UNII 4ELV7Z65AP
Stearic acid is a fatty acid derived from plant or animal sources. It acts as a binder and lubricant in tablets and capsules, helping them hold together and flow smoothly during manufacturing.
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UNII 7SEV7J4R1U
A powder made from a naturally occurring mineral. In medicines, talc works as a glidant and anti-caking agent, helping tablets and capsules flow smoothly during manufacturing and preventing clumping.
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UNII 15FIX9V2JP
Titanium dioxide is a bright white mineral powder commonly used as a colorant and opacifying agent. It makes pills and tablets white or lighter in color and helps make coatings non-transparent.
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UNII XHX3C3X673
Triacetin is a clear, oily liquid made from glycerin and acetic acid. It works as a plasticizer and solvent in medicines, helping soften coatings and improve how liquids mix together in formulations.
13 inactive ingredients listed in the exact product block matched to this NDC.
Label-section wording can be broader than the structured product block and may mention additional formulation ingredients.
Where does this data come from?
ingredient classCode="IACT" elements from the exact product block matched by this NDC. Label-section narrative from DailyMed / the openFDA label index is shown separately when available.- FDA label on DailyMed · label index refreshed Oct 5, 2026
- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 1, 2026
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Manufacturer & labeler
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Where does this data come from?
- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 1, 2026
- Drugs@FDA
FDA label — Drug Facts FDA SPL
🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
Uses relieves: traveler’s diarrhea diarrhea upset stomach due to overindulgence in food and drink, including: heartburn indigestion nausea gas belching fullness
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
Directions adults and children 12 years of age and older: 2 caplets (1 dose) swallow caplets with water; do not chew repeat dose every 1/2 hour to 1 hour as needed do not exceed 8 doses in 24 hours use until diarrhea stops but not more than 2 days children under 12 years: ask a doctor drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea
⚠️ Warnings ▾
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 and 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 use 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 Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any drug for anticoagulation (thinning the 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 out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
🧪 Active Ingredient ▾
Active ingredient (per caplet) Purposes Bismuth subsalicylate 262 mg Anti-diarrheal, Upset stomach reliever
🧪 Inactive Ingredients ▾
Inactive ingredients croscarmellose sodium, crospovidone, hydrated silica, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, mineral oil, povidone, sodium lauryl sulfate, stearic acid, talc, titanium dioxide, triacetin
🎯 Purpose ▾
Active ingredient (per caplet) Purposes Bismuth subsalicylate 262 mg Anti-diarrheal, Upset stomach reliever
📄 Do Not Use ▾
Do not use if you have an ulcer a bleeding problem bloody or black stool
📄 Ask a Doctor Before Use If ▾
Ask a doctor before use if you have fever mucus in the stool
📄 Ask a Doctor or Pharmacist Before Use If ▾
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any drug for anticoagulation (thinning the blood) diabetes gout arthritis
📄 When Using This Product ▾
When using this product a temporary, but harmless, darkening of the stool and/or tongue may occur
📄 Stop Use and Ask a Doctor If ▾
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 ▾
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
📄 Keep Out of Reach of Children ▾
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
📄 Package Label / Principal Display Panel ▾
Principal Display Panel FAST & EFFECTIVE RELIEF Kaopectate ® Bismuth Subsalicylate • Anti-Diarrheal • Upset Stomach Reliver Diarrhea & Upset Stomach ✓ Begins controlling symptoms from the first dose ✓ Quickly relieves urgency, gas, and cramping ✓ Effective on diarrhea from bacteria, viruses, and other causes CLINICALLY PROVEN MEDICINE 28 Coated Caplets LOT EXP Do not use if foil seal under cap, printed with "SEALED for YOUR PROTECTION" is missing, open or broken. Kramer Laboratories, Inc. Bridgewater, NJ 08807 1-800-824-4894 14711-07-20_K0720 Kaopectate ® Bismuth Subsalicylate Anti-Diarrheal Upset Stomach Reliever Diarrhea & Upset Stomach 28 Coated Caplets Do not use if foil seal under cap, printed with "SEALED for YOUR PROTECTION" is missing, open or broken.
KEEP CARTON AS IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION Kramer Laboratories, Inc. Bridgewater, NJ 08807 1-800-824-4894 14712-07-20_K0720 FAST & EFFECTIVE RELIEF Kaopectate ® Bismuth Subsalicylate Anti-Diarrheal Upset Stomach Reliever Diarrhea & Upset Stomach 84 Coated Caplets Do not use if foil seal under cap, printed with "SEALED for YOUR PROTECTION" is missing, open or broken. K0426 LOT: EXP: R55002 Kramer Laboratories, Inc.
Bridgewater, NJ 08807 1-800-824-4894
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