Question 1

i took pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) for a stomachache a day ago , im now having black stool , how long will this last ?

Accepted Answer

A day or so.: It will last another day or so.  It is from the stomach acid effect on the bismouth.

Question 2

my child has a stomach ache with his chickenpox, can i give them pepto-bismol?

Accepted Answer

Not recommended: Pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) has a component salycelate that was linled with a devistating disease called reye's syndrome in the 70's & 80's. After physicians stopped recomending salycelate products there was a rapid decline in the frequency of that problem. Discuss your concern with your physician for the best possible comfort meds.

Question 3

can you give a 5yr old pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) he has a stomach ache and has thrown up twice

Accepted Answer

No, : No, you should not.  Pepto-bismol contains Bismuth Subsalicylate which should not be used for children under age 12. However, children's pepto antacid  uses calcium carbonate as the active ingredient and is safe for children.

Question 4

hello doctor. how are you? i have a few pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) tablets that expired one year ago.i have a really bad stomach ache.. is it safe to take a pill?

Accepted Answer

Would use new: generally good policy not to take expired medications,  and I would get fresh antacids, or even try household baking soda if you feel this is from stomach acid. If recurrent, see MD. Ulcers (?aspirin/motrin), infection (e.g. H pylori), gall stones, etc may need to be considered. Seek MD esp if red flags eg increasing nausea/vomit, blood/melena (black stools), anemia, weight loss, fever

Question 5

since last night my stomachache is cramping and have diarrhea real bad i've been taking pepto bismol but it's not working seems like it's getting wors?

Accepted Answer

Food ...48 hours: Since it came so sudenly it sounds most likely related to something you ate. Any blood in stool?, dark?, are you able to drink liquids? At this point if no fever, blood in stool - you needs to stay only on liquid diet with gradual addition of  food as rice, broth. Also Try High potency Probiotic ( Kefir,Yogurt - plain,+ if supplement available VSL#3). Avoid sweets, milk, fry food, greasy food.

Question 6

thoughts? could pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) help prevent my stomach aches and poop?

Accepted Answer

Needs more informati: If you have upset somach with diarrhea than it may help, if that's your poop problem, but if you are constipated it will not help and may make it worse.But it is not a medicine avail;able over the counter for prevention of your stomach aches and poop.If you have that recurrent problem consult your doctor or a gastroenterologist.

Question 7

will pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) cause constipation?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: It may, particularly in children and elderly.

Question 8

can 1 tablet of pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) cause constipation?

Accepted Answer

Not anticipated w 1: Tab. Pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) is used to treat diarrhea, nausea, heartburn ; indigestion. However, pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) can cause constipation in children.

Question 9

can pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) cause permanent or temporary tinnitus after a 30ml dose?

Accepted Answer

Pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate): One solitary dose of pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) will not cause tinnitus.  This product contains salicylate, so larger continuous doses could lead to tinnitus.

Question 10

can c diff cause appendicitis? does pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) effect testing of c diff?

Accepted Answer

C Diff: To my knowledge there is no case report of C. Difficile causing acute appendicitis.  Taking Pepto-Bismol should not have any effect on testing on the status of Clostridium Difficile infection.

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Can Pepto bismol cause a stomachache

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I took pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) for a stomachache a day ago , im now having black stool , how long will this last ?

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My child has a stomach ache with his chickenpox, can i give them pepto-bismol?

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Can you give a 5yr old pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) he has a stomach ache and has thrown up twice

A member asked:

Hello doctor. how are you? i have a few pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) tablets that expired one year ago.i have a really bad stomach ache.. is it safe to take a pill?

A member asked:

Since last night my stomachache is cramping and have diarrhea real bad i've been taking pepto bismol but it's not working seems like it's getting wors?

A member asked:

Thoughts? could pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) help prevent my stomach aches and poop?

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Will pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) cause constipation?

A member asked:

Can 1 tablet of pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) cause constipation?

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Can pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) cause permanent or temporary tinnitus after a 30ml dose?

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Can c diff cause appendicitis? does pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) effect testing of c diff?

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