Pepto Bismol (BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE)
Pepto Bismol (BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE) is one of 8,063 medications in the MedPlain dataset. Key details — Brand name: Pepto Bismol; Generic name: BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE; Drug class: Bismuth [EPC].
| Brand name | Pepto Bismol |
|---|---|
| Generic name | BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE |
| Drug class | Bismuth [EPC] |
| Manufacturer | Navajo Manufacturing Company Inc. |
| Used for | Uses Relieves • travelers' diarrhea • diarrhea • upset stomach due to overindulgence in food and drink, including: • heartburn • indigestion • nausea • gas • belching • fullness |
| Dosage | Directions • chew or dissolve in mouth • adults and children 12 years and over: • 2 tablets every 1/2 to 1 hour as needed • do not exceed 8 doses (16 tablets) 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 • a |
| Active ingredient(s) | Active ingredient (in each Chewable tablet) Bismuth subsalicylate 262 mg Purpose Upset stomach reliever and antidiarrheal |
| Route | ORAL |
| Official label | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=033bccc6-6e81-487f-91fe-9d7cc465e1b2 |