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A member asked:
Will pepto bismal soothe stomach problems caused by nervousness and anxiety?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
It might, ask Dr: Pepto coats the lining so adds protection from harsh foods or stomach acids. It kills some bacteria. To the extent the anxiety is increasing gastric acid - it may help - but ask the prescriber of any other drugs you take about interactions. You might find non-drug ways to lower anxiety - exercise, meditation, talk therapy, etc. Best!
Answered 4/4/2014
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Unlikely: Pepto-bismol works better for diarrhea than your issues. You would be better off on Pepcid or zantac (ranitidine).
Answered 5/20/2017
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