Bismuth subsalicylate User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)
Brand names: Pepto-Bismol, Kaopectate, Pink Bismuth, Stomach Relief, Bismatrol, Pepto-Bismol Original Strength, Kola-Pectin DS, Childrens Kaopectate, Pepto-Bismol InstaCool, Bismarex, Peptic Relief, Maalox Total Relief Percy Medicine Bismatrol Maximum Strength Soothe Caplets …show all brand names
Bismuth subsalicylate has an average rating of 7.6 out of 10 from a total of 45 reviews on Drugs.com. 69% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 18% reported a negative experience.
Reviews for Bismuth subsalicylate
- Chi...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- October 15, 2019
For Indigestion "Pepto-Bismol is outstanding! I had a severe bout of nausea, and almost immediately after I took a dose of this life-saver, my nausea vanished. I recommend every one of you to try this."
- Dan...
- July 20, 2010
For Diarrhea "Pepto-Bismol did not cure my problem, but it slowed diarrhea until I was able to get to the doctor. A must-have in all medicine cabinets!"
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- kar...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- August 24, 2020
For Indigestion "This Pepto-Bismol stuff works so well in the liquid version. I had a stomach ache for over an hour, then took it, and I swear after 10 mins it worked, and my stomach does not hurt anymore."
- Moe...
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- March 7, 2024
For Diarrhea "It works on the diarrhea a little slower than Imodium, but has fewer side effects, and it makes my stomach feel better right away. Two to three doses is all it ever takes."
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Your review helps others make informed decisions.- Rig...
- August 30, 2015
For Indigestion "Very effective for me with both nausea and diarrhea. Works well at preventing vomiting, in my experience."
- bad...
- March 26, 2012
For Indigestion "Very good, very fast."
- Jos...
- November 8, 2017
For Indigestion "Pepto-Bismol has saved my life on several occasions. If I could, I would marry it. 10/10 would... NO!!! WILL buy again."
- Hin...
- August 11, 2011
For Indigestion "It tastes like liquid peppermint bubble gum."
- Ams...
- February 25, 2015
For Diarrhea, Chronic "Terrible, yes, it will stop your diarrhea, but it will just hold everything in and make you nauseous, and after the pill wears off, diarrhea again!!"
- jus...
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- July 4, 2023
For Indigestion "I get painful gas and bloating often after dinner, especially if I eat too much or too much fat. Pepto Bismol usually works great and within 20 minutes. Good stuff for sure."
- Ove...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- November 17, 2019
For Diarrhea, Chronic "Pepto worked for me for a few months, then the symptoms came back, wanting revenge. I think my body just got used to it."
- nic...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- August 19, 2019
For Indigestion "I can't take Pepto-Bismol, because if I do, I get an allergic reaction. I will break out in a rash. Shame too, it does help, but the rash isn't worth the risk."
- Jay...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- January 10, 2023
For Indigestion "It's so good. My stomach was hurting for 8 hours. When I finally took Pepto-Bismol, it disappeared. I'm so grateful there is medicine as good-tasting and useful as Pepto-Bismol."
- Jca...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- June 23, 2020
For Traveler's Diarrhea "OMG, life saver. Hubby bought me Pepto chewable, and I literally came back to life. I had stomach cramps and nausea due to a stomach bug, and it all went away within minutes!"
- pep...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- September 20, 2023
"Helps with nausea was on the verge of getting sick but after taking Pepto it stopped my nausea by 70% within 1 or 2 hours. Helps stop diarrhea, heartburn, helps cool the stomach down."
- Mar...
- April 20, 2023
For Diarrhea "Pepto-Bismol did nothing for me. I took the maximum amount recommended for a full day. Woke up the next morning to an undescribable condition. I'm going back to reliable Kaopectate."
- She...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- March 22, 2025
For Diarrhea "I like Kaopectate, but it should stay in your system longer than 2 days. I also like the vanilla-flavored kind, it does help."
- bim...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- March 17, 2025
For Indigestion "The only medicine I have used recently that is effective, pleasant tasting, and easy to swallow. Thank you."
- Ali...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- December 16, 2017
For Diarrhea, Chronic "Used it and found good results."
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For Diarrhea "Excellent stomach flu remedy. Stops symptoms quickly. For bad digestive issues such as the stomach flu, the max liquid works better than caplets or chewable tablets. Gives fast, effective relief."