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Pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) before meal or after meal?

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Dr. Ryan Phasouk answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Either: Pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) could be taken before or after a meal.

Answered 5/5/2021

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Depends: Timing of peptobismol is more dependent on the reason for taking it. If you are using it to treat upset stomach then it should be taken at time of symptoms.

Answered 12/30/2017

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