Bismuth Subsalicylate (Oral)
Brand Names : Bismatrol, Bismatrol Extra Strength, Pepto-Bismol, Pepto-Bismol Easy-to-Swallow Caplets, Pepto-Bismol Maximum Strength, Bismed, PMS-Bismuth Subsalicylate
Side Effects of This MedicineAlong with its needed effects,
a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side
effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
When this medicine is used
occasionally or for short periods of time at low doses, side effects usually
are rare. However, check with your doctor immediately
if any of the
following side effects occur, since they may indicate that too much medicine
is being taken:
Anxiety; any loss of hearing; confusion; constipation (severe); diarrhea (severe or continuing); difficulty
in speaking or slurred speech; dizziness or lightheadedness; drowsiness (severe); fast or deep breathing; headache (severe or continuing); increased sweating; increased
thirst; mental depression; muscle spasms (especially of face, neck, and back); muscle weakness; nausea or vomiting (severe or continuing); ringing or buzzing in ears (continuing); stomach pain (severe or continuing); trembling; uncontrollable flapping movements of the
hands (especially in elderly patients) or other uncontrolled body movements; vision problems In some patients
bismuth subsalicylate may cause dark tongue and/or grayish black stools. This
is only temporary and will go away when you stop taking this medicine.
Other side effects not listed above may also occur in
some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.
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