Pepto-Bismol (Tablets & Liquid)

Buy Pepto-Bismol Pepto-Bismol is a well-known brand associated with relieving heartburn, indigestion, and reflux symptoms. If you require rapid relief, take a dose of Pepto-Bismol, and you will feel better in no time, as the active ingredients provide rapid symptom relief. Buy Pepto-Bismol online without a prescription from The Independent Pharmacy.

Information on Pepto-Bismol

Before taking Pepto-Bismol, it is important to read the usage instructions and important warnings.

What Conditions Can Pepto-Bismol Treat?

The following symptoms may be treated with Pepto-Bismol:

• Stomach pain and burning
• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Indigestion
• Heartburn
• Nausea and excess gas

Both the tablets and the suspension of Pepto-Bismol contain bismuth subsalicylate. This ingredient's precise mechanism of action is unknown, but it has been shown to have multiple actions in the gut. It appears to coat the irritated stomach and intestinal tissue, thereby decreasing inflammation and reducing irritation levels. It also reduces the amount of gastric juice your body makes and kills bacteria, including E. coli, which helps stop diarrhea. Ensure that the bottle of Pepto-Bismol suspension has been vigorously shaken before use. When necessary, adults older than 16 should take 30ml of Pepto-Bismol liquid or two Pepto-Bismol tablets. No more than eight doses may be administered within 24 hours. Stop using it right away and call your doctor if you don't feel better after two days. Salicylate-containing medicines, like Pepto-Bismol, should not be given to children under the age of 16 unless a doctor says so.

How Is Pepto-Bismol Taken?

For those who are 16 years of age and older, Pepto-Bismol can be taken as a 30mL solution or 2 tablets. If symptoms still persist, you may retake the same dose every 30 minutes to 1 hour. The maximum dose is eight doses a day.

What Are the Adverse Effects of Pepto-Bismol?

Pepto-Bismol has the potential to cause side effects just like any other medication.

•       This product may cause a harmless, temporary darkening of the feces or tongue. If your symptoms last longer than 3 days or come back after you stop using the product, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
•       This product has amaranth, which can cause asthma and other allergic reactions, and aspartame, which has phenylalanine and could be unfavorable for people with phenylketonuria.

Stop using Pepto-Bismol and consult a physician if:

•       symptoms are severe or last longer than two days.
•       fever is accompanied by diarrhea.
•       if you experience any unusual symptoms or side effects,
•       you take too many tablets by accident.

Ingredients of Pepto-Bismol

The active component of Pepto-Bismol is bismuth subsalicylate. The tablet also contains the following additional ingredients: Calcium Carbonate, Povidone, Mannitol, Talc, Aluminium Lake (E123), Amaranth Saccharin Sodium, Magnesium Stearate, Peppermint flavor, Vanilla Cream flavor, and Aspartame (E951). In addition, the liquid formulation contains Aluminium Magnesium Silicate, Sodium Saccharin, Methylcellulose, Methyl Salicylate, Sorbic Acid (E200), Salicylic Acid, Benzoic Acid (E210), Sodium Salicylate, Amaranth (E123), and Purified Water.

Buy Pepto-Bismol Adverse Effects

Avoid taking Pepto-Bismol if you are:

•       Allergic to salicylates, which includes aspirin, or any of the other ingredients.
•       Taking additional salicylates, such as aspirin
•       Pregnant or nursing a baby
•       Children younger than 16 years due to a possible link between salicylates and Reye's syndrome (a very rare but very serious disease)

Consult your physician or pharmacist prior to using Pepto-Bismol if you are taking medication for:

•       decreasing blood volume (anticoagulants)
•       diabetes
•       gout

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