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Revision as of 13:01, 5 January 2007 by Artman40 (talk | contribs) (Chemical formula)(diff) ← Previous revision | Latest revision (diff) | Newer revision → (diff)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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