Bismuth Subsalicylate(bis’ mith sub sah lih’ sih late)
Bismatrol, Kao-Tin, Kaopectate, Kaopectate Maximum Strength, Maalox Total Stomach Relief, Peptic Relief, Pepto-Bismol, Pepto-Bismol Maximum Strength, Pink Bismuth
PREGNANCY CATEGORY C (FIRST AND SECOND TRIMESTERS)
PREGNANCY CATEGORY D (THIRD TRIMESTER)
Drug Class
Antidiarrheal
Therapeutic Actions
Adsorbent actions remove irritants from the intestine; forms a protective coating over the mucosa and soothes the irritated bowel lining. Antimicrobial and antisecretory effects.
Indications
To control diarrhea, gas, upset stomach, indigestion, heartburn, nausea
To reduce the number of bowel movements and help firm stool
To control traveler’s diarrhea
Unlabeled uses: Prevention of traveler’s diarrhea; treatment of chronic infantile diarrhea
Contraindications and Cautions
Contraindicated with allergy to any components or to aspirin or other salicylates; chickenpox or influenza (risk of Reye’s syndrome).
Use cautiously with pregnancy, lactation.
Available Forms
Caplets—262 mg; chewable tablets—262 mg; liquid—87 mg/5 mL, 130 mg/15 mL, 262 mg/15 mL, 524 mg/15 mL; suspension—525 mg/15 mL; tablets—262 mg
