Bismuth Subsalicylate
Tablet, Film Coated · Oral
Active ingredient
Drug Facts Active ingredient (in each caplet) Bismuth subsalicylate 262 mg
Purpose
Purpose Upset stomach reliever and antidiarrheal
Uses
Uses relieves: ■ travelers’ diarrhea ■ diarrhea ■ upset stomach due to overindulgence in food and drink, including: ■ heartburn ■ indigestion ■ nausea ■ gas ■ belching ■ fullness
Warnings
Reye's syndrome: Children and teenagers who have or are recovering from chicken pox or flu-like symptoms should not use this product. When using this product, if changes in behavior with nausea and vomiting occur, consult a doctor because these symptoms could be an early sign of Reye's syndrome, a rare but serious illness. Allergy alert: Contains salicylate. Do not take if you are allergic to salicylates (including aspirin) taking other salicylate products. Do not use if you have an ulcer a bleeding problem bloody or black stool Ask a doctor before use if you have fever mucus in the stool Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any drug for anticoagulation (thinning the blood) diabetes gout arthritis When using this product a temporary but harmless darkening of the stool and/or tongue may occur. Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms get worse or last more than 2 days. ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs diarrhea lasts more than 2 days If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.
Do not use
Do not use if you have an ulcer a bleeding problem bloody or black stool
Ask a doctor before use
Ask a doctor before use if you have fever mucus in the stool
Ask a doctor or pharmacist
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any drug for anticoagulation (thinning the blood) diabetes gout arthritis
When using this product
When using this product a temporary but harmless darkening of the stool and/or tongue may occur.
Stop use and ask a doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms get worse or last more than 2 days. ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs diarrhea lasts more than 2 days
Pregnancy or breast-feeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of reach of children.
Directions
Directions swallow caplets with water, do not chew adults and children 12 years and over: 2 caplets (1 dose) every 1/2 hour or 4 caplets (2 doses) every hour as needed for diarrhea 2 caplets (1 dose) every 1/2 hour as needed for overindulgence (upset stomach, heartburn, indigestion, nausea) do not exceed 8 doses (16 caplets) in 24 hours use until diarrhea stops but not more than 2 days children under 12 years: ask a doctor drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea
Inactive ingredients
croscarmellose sodium, crospovidone, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, mineral oil, povidone, silica, sodium lauryl sulfate, stearic acid, talc, titanium dioxide, triacetin.
Questions?
Questions or comments? 1-800-231-4670
Label text from the FDA structured product label by CVS Pharmacy, Inc. (revised Feb 24, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Bismuth Subsalicylate in 3 products
Bismuth Subsalicylate NDC products (3)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 69842-346 | Bismuth Subsalicylate 262 mg/1 Tablet, Film Coated | CVS Pharmacy, Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 70000-0594 | Bismuth Subsalicylate 262 mg/1 Tablet, Film Coated | LEADER/ Cardinal Health 110, Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 35916-0234 | Bismuth Subsalicylate 262 mg/1 Capsule, Liquid Filled | Softgel Healthcare Pvt Ltd | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Bismuth Subsalicylate used for?
Uses relieves: ■ travelers’ diarrhea ■ diarrhea ■ upset stomach due to overindulgence in food and drink, including: ■ heartburn ■ indigestion ■ nausea ■ gas ■ belching ■ fullness
Who makes Bismuth Subsalicylate?
Bismuth Subsalicylate is listed by 3 labelers in the FDA NDC directory, including CVS Pharmacy, Inc., LEADER/ Cardinal Health 110, Inc., Softgel Healthcare Pvt Ltd.