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Bismuth subsalicylate
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Bismuth subsalicylate

Generic name: bismuth subsalicylate [ BIZ-muth-sub-sa-LISS-i-late ]
Brand names: Bismarex, Bismatrol, Bismatrol Maximum Strength, Kaopectate, Kola-Pectin DS, ... show all 24 brands
Dosage forms: oral suspension (1050 mg/10 mL; 262 mg/15 mL; 525 mg/15 mL; 525 mg/30 mL; 527 mg/30 mL); oral tablet (262 mg); oral tablet, chewable (262 mg)
Drug class:Antidiarrheals

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Mar 7, 2022. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is bismuth subsalicylate?

Bismuth subsalicylate is used to treat diarrhea, nausea, heartburn, indigestion, gas, or upset stomach.

Bismuth subsalicylate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

You should not use bismuth subsalicylate if you have bleeding problems, a stomach ulcer, blood in your stools, or if you are allergic to aspirin or other

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