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Bismuth subsalicylate

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Bismuth subsalicylate, with a chemical formula C7H5BiO4, is the active ingredient in the popular medication Pepto-Bismol that is used to treat nausea, heartburn, indigestion, upset stomach, diarrhea and other temporary discomforts of the stomach and gastrointestinal tract. It is also the main ingredient of Kaopectate (since 2003, replacing attapulgite).

It displays anti-inflammatory action (due to salicylic acid) and also acts as an antacid and mild antibiotic.

It can also cause a black tongue and black stools in some users of the drug.

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Some studies have shown that emersing yourself in pepto bismol type medicines has been known to cure external imperfections such as warts and acnie. This has not happened all the time and is extremely advised against, but it does have some chance of success.

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