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Can you tell me what number of children's pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) chewable tablets should i take for them to work as an adult?

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Dr. Cindy Williams answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate): There should be a dose on the bottle, labelled '12 years and older'.

Answered 11/14/2015

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