Generic name: bismuth subsalicylate (oral route) [ BIZ-muth-sub-sa-LIS-i-late ]
Drug class:Antidiarrheals
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 28, 2022.
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Bismatrol
- Diotame
- Kaopectate
- Kapectolin
- Kola-Pectin
- Pepto Bismol
In Canada
- Bismuth Extra Strength
- Bismuth Original Formula
- Compliments Bismuth - Regular Strength
- Exact Bismuth - Extra Strength
- Exact Bismuth - Regular Strength
- GoodSense Bismuth - Regular Strength
- Life Brand Bismuth - Extra Strength
- Life Brand Bismuth - Regular Strength
- Option+ Bismuth - Regular Strength
- Pepto-Bismol
- Pharmasave Bismuth - Regular Strength
- Selection Bismuth - Regular Strength
Available Dosage Forms:
- Suspension
- Tablet, Chewable
- Capsule, Liquid Filled
- Tablet
Therapeutic Class: Antacid, Bismuth Containing
Chemical Class: Salicylate, Non-Aspirin
Uses for Diotame
Bismuth subsalicylate is used to treat diarrhea in adults and teenagers. It is also used to relieve the symptoms of an upset stomach, such as heartburn, indigestion, and nausea in adults and teenagers.
This medicine is available without a prescription.
Before using Diotame
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Pediatric
This medicine should not be used in children younger than 12 years of age. The fluid loss caused by diarrhea may result in a severe condition. In older children with diarrhea, medicine for diarrhea may be...
