What happens if you overdose on Pepto-Bismol?

What happens if I overdose on Pepto-Bismol (Bismuth Subsalicylate)? Overdose symptoms may include weakness, depression, anxiety, feeling irritable, problems with balance or coordination, confusion, tremors, or jerky muscle movements.

How long does it take for Pepto-Bismol to get out of your system?

Dark colored / black stools are a common side effect and can last for several days after you stop taking Pepto-Bismol. This is not a serious side effect. Give it a few more days and it should disappear.

Can too much Pepto-Bismol cause constipation?

Aside from dark-colored stools and a black tongue, another possible side effect of Pepto Bismol is constipation. Be sure to stop taking Pepto Bismol and get medical care if you experience: nausea and vomiting.

Can Pepto cause stomach pain?

Salicylism has been reported in patients who chronically ingest bismuth subsalicylate (the active ingredient contained in Pepto-Bismol) Common complaints include vertigo, diminished hearing, lethargy, CNS dysfunction, confusion, tinnitus, vomiting, and abdominal pain.

Can I drink water after Pepto?

When treating diarrhea, be sure to drink plenty of water to replace lost fluid. Keep drinking fluids even if you’re using Pepto-Bismol. If your condition lasts longer than 2 days or you have ringing in your ears, stop taking Pepto-Bismol and call your doctor.

Can Pepto Bismol cause internal bleeding?

Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: ringing ears, hearing loss. This drug may rarely cause serious (rarely fatal) bleeding from the stomach or intestines.

Can I lay down after taking Pepto-Bismol?

Take tablet or capsule forms of this medicine with a full glass (8 ounces) of water. Also, do not lie down for about 15 to 30 minutes after swallowing the medicine.

Can Pepto-Bismol cause internal bleeding?

Can Pepto-Bismol make your stomach worse?

Pepto-Bismol side effects changes in behavior with nausea and vomiting; hearing loss or ringing in your ears; diarrhea lasting longer than 2 days; or. worsened stomach symptoms.

Does Pepto-Bismol affect blood pressure?

The combination may cause your blood pressure to increase. You may need a dose adjustment or your blood pressure checked more often. Also, if you are already taking the combination and stop taking bismuth subsalicylate, your blood pressure may decrease.

Is Pepto-Bismol bad for your liver?

This can potentially damage the liver and also extend the amount of time both Pepto-Bismol and alcohol are present in the body. Doctors also worry about the use of Pepto-Bismol and alcohol if a person has ulcers.

Should you drink water after taking Pepto-Bismol?

You do not need to take the medication with food. Do not take Pepto Bismol for more than two days. 3 Be sure to drink plenty of water while taking Pepto Bismol to replace fluid lost from diarrhea episodes.

Is it dangerous to take Pepto Bismol daily?

Since the label says you can safely take up to 16 tablets in 24 hours, your dose is not unreasonable. Despite its good safety record, Pepto-Bismol is not meant to treat a chronic condition. Too much bismuth can lead to loss of appetite, canker sores and poor absorption of nutrients.

What are the effects of taking TUMS with Pepto Bismol?

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What are some long-term effects of Pepto-Bismol?

Side effects from this medication are rare. The most common side effects are darkening of the stools and/or tongue. These effects are harmless and will disappear when you stop the medication.

Can I take ibuprofen and Pepto Bismol at the same time?

I appreciate your knowledge , Pepto Bismol and ibuprofen are not contraindicated with each other so you can use them . If you are allergic to proton pump inhibitor then you should not take it . Other options would be sucralfate and drugs like ranitidine which you can discuss with your treating doctor .