Diarrhea

Home Care Advice - Diarrhea Medication - Bismuth Subsalicylate

Diarrhea Medication - Bismuth Subsalicylate (e.g. PeptoBismol)

  • Helps reduce diarrhea, vomiting, and abdominal cramping.
  • Adult dosage: two tablets or two tablespoons by mouth every hour (if diarrhea continues) to a maximum of 8 doses in a 24-hour period.
  • Do not use for more than 2 days

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