Parthenon Devrom Chewable Internal Deodorant Tablets
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Parthenon Devrom Chewable Internal Deodorant Tablets — Bismuth Subgallate 200mg, Banana Flavor, FDA-Approved, 100 per Bottle
Chew it. Neutralize the odor before it ever reaches the pouch. Devrom® Chewable Internal Deodorant Tablets are an FDA-approved, over-the-counter oral medication containing 200mg bismuth subgallate — the only clinically proven internal deodorant that neutralizes odor from flatulence and stool at the source, inside the digestive tract. Taken orally before meals, bismuth subgallate binds with the sulfur-containing gas compounds produced during digestion and neutralizes them chemically before they are expelled — so the output that enters the ostomy pouch, or is passed as gas, arrives with significantly reduced or eliminated odor. The chewable tablet format is light banana-flavored, dissolves quickly, and is preferred by many patients for its faster dissolution in the upper GI tract compared to swallowed capsules. No prescription required. Recommended by doctors, nurses, and WOCNs for over 50 years. Lactose-free. FSA eligible. 100 chewable tablets per bottle. Also available as swallowable capsules (SKU 50016).
✔ FDA-Approved Internal Deodorant ✔ 200mg Bismuth Subgallate — Neutralizes at the Source ✔ Chewable — Banana Flavor ✔ Fast-Acting — Nearly Immediate Onset ✔ Works for Flatulence & Stool Odor ✔ No Prescription Required ✔ Lactose-Free ✔ 100 Tablets per Bottle ✔ FSA Eligible
Available SKUs
| SKU / Item # | Format | Flavor | Count | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEVROM | Chewable tablets | Natural banana | 100 per bottle | Patients who prefer chewable format · Faster dissolution · Cannot swallow capsules easily |
| 50016 | Capsules — swallow whole | Unflavored | 100 per bottle | Patients who prefer swallow-only format · No flavor preference |
Product Details
| Manufacturer | The Parthenon Company |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Devrom® Internal Deodorant — Chewable Tablets |
| SKU | DEVROM |
| Drug Type | OTC (over-the-counter) oral medication — no prescription required |
| Active Ingredient | Bismuth Subgallate 200mg per tablet |
| Inactive Ingredients | Microcrystalline cellulose · Starch · Xylitol · Talc · Magnesium stearate · Natural banana flavor |
| How It Works | Bismuth subgallate binds with sulfur-containing gases in the intestinal tract during digestion — neutralizing odor at the source before it is expelled |
| FDA Status | FDA-approved for neutralizing malodorous flatulence |
| Format | Chewable tablet — light banana flavor · Can also be swallowed whole |
| Onset | Fast-acting — nearly immediate odor neutralization · Slightly faster dissolution than capsule format |
| Dosage | 1–2 tablets, up to 4 times daily · Do not exceed 8 tablets in 24 hours · Take with or without food |
| Recommended Use | Colostomy · Ileostomy · Urostomy · Fecal incontinence · Bariatric surgery patients · Chronic flatulence odor |
| Lactose | Lactose-free |
| Prescription Required | No — available over the counter |
| Count | 100 chewable tablets per bottle |
| FSA / HSA Eligible | Yes |
Features & Benefits
- Internal Odor Control — Eliminates Before It Forms — Pouch sprays, drops, and external deodorants treat odor that has already developed inside the pouch. Devrom addresses the cause upstream. Taken orally, the bismuth subgallate travels through the digestive system and chemically binds with the sulfur compounds — hydrogen sulfide and other sulfur-containing gases — produced during digestion. These compounds are the primary source of the characteristic odor of intestinal gas and stool. By binding and neutralizing them before they are expelled, Devrom ensures that output arriving in the pouch, or passed as gas, has already been deodorized internally. No external product can replicate this mechanism.
- Chewable Format — Faster Dissolution, Easier Compliance — The chewable tablet dissolves quickly in the mouth and upper GI tract, beginning the deodorizing process slightly earlier in the digestive process than a swallowed capsule. The light banana flavor makes the tablet pleasant to take — important for a product used multiple times daily. Many patients who found the capsule format inconvenient or slow-acting prefer the chewable tablet as their consistent daily choice. The tablet can also be swallowed whole if preferred.
- FDA-Approved — Trusted for Over 50 Years — Devrom is FDA-approved for the neutralization of malodorous flatulence — the only product of its kind with this regulatory status. It has been in clinical use and recommended by WOCNs, colorectal surgeons, and gastroenterologists for over 50 years. The bismuth subgallate active ingredient is a well-characterized pharmaceutical compound with a well-established safety profile. This is a regulated OTC drug, not a supplement.
- Recommended by WOCNs for Ostomy Odor Management — Devrom is a standard recommendation from ostomy nurses as part of comprehensive ostomy odor management. For ileostomy patients in particular — whose output contains highly active digestive enzymes and concentrated odor compounds — internal odor control with bismuth subgallate provides a level of odor reduction that pouch accessories alone cannot match. For colostomy patients, Devrom reduces the odor load in the pouch between emptying intervals, extending the time patients feel comfortable between changes.
- Effective Beyond Ostomy — Incontinence & Bariatric Use — Devrom is equally appropriate for patients without ostomies who manage odor from fecal incontinence, or bariatric surgery patients who experience malodorous flatulence as a consequence of altered digestion following gastric bypass, duodenal switch, or biliopancreatic diversion. The mechanism — internal neutralization of sulfur gases — applies regardless of the clinical context producing those gases.
- No Prescription · Lactose-Free · FSA Eligible — Available immediately without a prescription or clinical authorization. Lactose-free for patients with dairy sensitivity. Eligible for purchase with FSA and HSA funds as a digestive health medication.
Devrom Chewable Tablets vs. Devrom Capsules — Which Is Right for You?
| Feature | Devrom Chewable Tablets (DEVROM) | Devrom Capsules (50016) |
|---|---|---|
| Format | Chewable tablet — dissolves in mouth | Capsule — swallow whole |
| Flavor | Natural banana | Unflavored |
| Dissolution Speed | Faster — begins dissolving immediately on chewing | Standard — dissolves after swallowing |
| Active Ingredient | Bismuth Subgallate 200mg | Bismuth Subgallate 200mg |
| Odor Control Result | Identical | Identical |
| Best For | Patients who prefer chewable · Faster onset preferred · Difficulty swallowing capsules | Patients who prefer swallow-only · No flavor preference |
| Lactose-Free | Yes | Yes |
| Count | 100 per bottle | 100 per bottle |
Bottom line: Both formats deliver the same 200mg bismuth subgallate dose and the same odor-neutralizing result. The chewable tablet is the preferred choice for faster dissolution and ease of compliance — particularly for patients who take multiple doses daily and want a pleasant format. The capsule is preferred by patients who want no flavor or who prefer swallowing. Consistent daily use produces the best odor control outcome — choose the format you will take most reliably.
Dosage & Usage Instructions
Recommended Dosage: Chew and swallow 1–2 tablets up to four times daily. Do not exceed 8 tablets in 24 hours. Take with or without food.
Starting Recommendation: Begin with one tablet around breakfast, one around lunch, and one around dinner. Adjust the dose upward to 2 tablets per meal if initial response is insufficient. Most patients establish an effective dosing pattern within 1–3 days.
Important Notes:
- Bismuth subgallate may temporarily darken stool or tongue — this is a harmless, expected side effect of bismuth compounds and not cause for concern.
- Consult your doctor or pharmacist before use if you take antibiotics or other oral medications — bismuth can interact with certain drugs.
- Not effective against bad breath (halitosis) — Devrom acts specifically on intestinal odor.
- Do not use if sensitive to bismuth compounds.
- Patients with kidney disease should consult their physician before use.
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