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Originally Posted by Shannon
What is the issue with pepto bismo?
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Shannon, Pepto Bismol is an NSAIDs. When you are looking at labels keep your eyes open for the word Salicylates. That is one indication that it is a type of NSAIDs.
Another name for Pepto Bismol is Bismuth Subsalicylate
Another indication that the drug may be an NSAIDs is to read the contraindications. If it makes some kind of comment about not taking it if you have ulcers or a bleeding problem then that should cause a little red flag to go up in your mind. More than likely that drug will be an NSAIDs.
For example this is the warning that goes along with Pepto Bismol
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Do NOT use Pepto-Bismol Suspension if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in Pepto-Bismol Suspension
you have had a severe allergic reaction (eg, severe rash, hives, difficulty breathing, dizziness) to aspirin or a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) (eg, ibuprofen, naproxen, celecoxib)
you have bleeding problems (eg, hemophilia), active bleeding ulcer, black or bloody stools, or Von Willebrand disease
you are taking another salicylate medicine (eg, aspirin)
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
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Last edited by MiladyB; 02-21-2008 at 04:19 AM.
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