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Indications

Pepto-Bismol caplets are a convenient form of medication that provides relief from various digestive symptoms such as diarrhea, upset stomach, heartburn, and indigestion.

The caplets contain the active ingredient bismuth subsalicylate.

Use and Dosage

Take this medication by mouth, usually as needed, as directed by the product package or by your doctor. The dosage is based on your age, medical condition, and response to treatment. Do not increase your dose or take this drug more often than directed. Do not take more of this medication than recommended for your age. There are many brands and forms of bismuth subsalicylate available. Read the dosing instructions carefully for each product because the dosing directions may be different between products.

If you are using the chewable tablets, chew each tablet well and swallow. If you are using the liquid form of this medication, shake the bottle well before each dose. Measure the dose carefully using a special measuring device/cup. Do not use a household spoon because you may not get the correct dose.

This medication may react with other medications (such as tetracycline antibiotics, and chloroquine), preventing them from being fully absorbed by your body. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about how to schedule your medications to prevent this problem.

If your doctor has directed you to use this medication daily, use it regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time(s) each day.

Tell your doctor if your condition lasts or gets worse. If you are taking this medication for diarrhea, tell your doctor if your diarrhea lasts more than 2 days.

Side Effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop taking bismuth subsalicylate and call your doctor at once if you have:

• Changes in behavior with nausea and vomiting
• Hearing loss or ringing in your ears
• Diarrhea lasting longer than 2 days
• Worsened stomach symptoms

Bismuth subsalicylate can cause you to have a black or darkened tongue. This is a harmless side effect.

Common side effects include:

• Constipation
• Dark colored stools

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur.

Cautions

• Before taking bismuth subsalicylate, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you are allergic to aspirin, salicylates (such as salsalate), or NSAIDs (such as ibuprofen, naproxen, celecoxib); or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.
• Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: bleeding problems (such as hemophilia), bloody/black/tarry stools, and gout.
• This medication may contain aspartame. If you have phenylketonuria (PKU) or any other condition that requires you to restrict your intake of aspartame (or phenylalanine), consult your doctor or pharmacist about using this medication safely.
• Before having surgery, tell your doctors or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).
• This drug contains an aspirin-like product (salicylate). Children and teenagers younger than 18 years should not take this product if they have chickenpox, flu, or any undiagnosed illness or if they have recently received a vaccine. In these cases, taking aspirin or aspirin-like products increases the risk of Reye’s syndrome, a rare but serious illness.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or if you plan to become pregnant. This medication may harm an unborn baby and cause problems with normal labor/delivery. Not recommended for use in pregnancy from 20 weeks until delivery. If your doctor decides that you need to use this medication between 20 and 30 weeks of pregnancy, you should use the lowest effective dose for the shortest possible time. You should not use this medication after 30 weeks of pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
• It is unknown if this medication passes into breast milk. However, similar drugs pass into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Forms and Strengths

Pepto-Bismol caplets are available in the following forms and strengths:

• Pepto-Bismol caplets Swallowable Caplets:
  • 262 mg

FAQ

What happens if I miss a dose?

Since bismuth subsalicylate is used when needed, you may not be on a dosing schedule. Skip any missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not use two doses at one time.

Do not take more than 8 doses per day.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention.

Overdose symptoms may include weakness, depression, anxiety, feeling irritable, problems with balance or coordination, confusion, tremors, or jerky muscle movements.

What should I avoid while taking bismuth subsalicylate?

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking other antacids or diarrhea medicine, or taking medicine that may contain a salicylate (such as aspirin, salsalate, magnesium salicylate, choline salicylate, diflunisal, Ecotrin, Tricosal, Trilisate, and others).

Resources:

1. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/bismuth-subsalicylate.html#side-effects
2. https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/fda/fdaDrugXsl.cfm?setid=f047ea34-cad8-4370-94b9-89e8e9ec48c8&type=display
3. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-2842/pepto-bismol-oral/details