Pepto Bismol (Pepto-bismol bismuth subsalicylate 262 mg)
Generic Name: bismuth subsalicylate
Pill imprint Pepto Bismol has been identified as Pepto-bismol bismuth subsalicylate 262 mg.
Pepto-Bismol is used in the treatment of helicobacter pylori infection; diarrhea, chronic; diarrhea; traveler's diarrhea; indigestion (and more), and belongs to the drug class antidiarrheals. FDA has not classified the drug for risk during pregnancy. Pepto-Bismol bismuth subsalicylate 262 mg is not a controlled substance under the Controlled Substance Act (CSA).
- Generic Name:
- bismuth subsalicylate
- Imprint:
- Pepto Bismol
- Strength:
- bismuth subsalicylate 262 mg
- Color:
- Pink
- Shape:
- Capsule-shape
- Availability:
- Rx and/or OTC
- Drug Class:
- Antidiarrheals
- Pregnancy Category:
- N - Not classified
- CSA Schedule:
- Not a controlled drug
- Manufacturer:
- Procter and Gamble Pharmaceuticals
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