Pepto Bismol Fast Melts
Bismuth subsalicylate · Tablet, Chewable · Oral
Active ingredient
Active ingredient (in each soft chewable tablet) 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
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
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 fully chew before swallowing adults and children 12 years and over:
• 2 soft chewable tablets every 1/2 hour or 4 soft chewable tablets every hour as needed for diarrhea
• 2 soft chewable tablets every 1/2 hour to 1 hour as needed for overindulgence (upset stomach, heartburn, indigestion, nausea) do not exceed 8 doses (16 soft chewable tablets) 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
Other information
Other information each soft chewable tablet contains:
• calcium 55 mg
• salicylate 100 mg
• low sodium Store at no greater than 25°C. Avoid excessive heat (over 40°C).
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients calcium carbonate, carrageenan, corn syrup, FD&C Red No. 40, flavor, hydrogenated coconut oil, soy lecithin, sucrose, water
Questions?
Questions? 1-800-717-3786
Label text from the FDA structured product label by The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company (revised Sep 8, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Bismuth Subsalicylate in 2 products
Pepto Bismol Fast Melts NDC products (2)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 69423-831 | Bismuth Subsalicylate 262 mg/1 Tablet, Chewable | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69423-832 | Bismuth Subsalicylate 262 mg/1 Tablet, Chewable | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Pepto Bismol Fast Melts 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 Pepto Bismol Fast Melts?
Pepto Bismol Fast Melts is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company.