Bismuth subsalicylate for Indigestion User Reviews
Brand names: Pepto-Bismol, Kaopectate, Stomach Relief, Pink Bismuth, Bismatrol, Peptic Relief, Bismarex, Kola-Pectin DS, Childrens Kaopectate, Maalox Total Relief, Pepto-Bismol InstaCool Percy Medicine Bismatrol Maximum Strength Pepto-Bismol Original Strength Soothe Caplets …show all brand names
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- Kat...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- July 4, 2024
Bismuth subsalicylate "I find that this works for me better than Pepto Bismol. I use the liquid version. Absolutely love it. Works in 15 minutes or less. A lifesaver if I get a stomachache before bed, this helps me sleep and forget I even had a stomachache."
- A11...
- September 11, 2016
Bismuth subsalicylate "I've found Pepto-Bismol really useful for when I get acid reflux. It really helps to calm and cool my stomach. Anytime I'm feeling nauseous, it's the first thing I go to! I also take Pepto-Bismol when I've eaten too much, as I do have a binge eating disorder. It helps prevent the reflux before it starts. I only take it when I'm experiencing symptoms."
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- Roc...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- January 7, 2020
"Had sudden onset of indigestion that sent acid up to the back of my throat. Antacid tablets did nothing to help. By late afternoon the next day, I needed something, anything to make it stop. Called the Nurse Line on my insurance card, and she recommended something like Pepto-Bismol. Was skeptical but had it on hand, so tried it. It worked perfectly, and because it can be used with greater frequency than other antacid treatments, I was able to take it seven times a day for 2 days, to let everything heal. Will not be without it. NOTE: be sure to drink plenty of water to prevent a problem at the other end."
- Jen...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- January 7, 2018
Bismuth subsalicylate "Used Pepto with Gas-X for my nausea and gas about half an hour later and vomited severely. I do feel better having vomited, but it wasn’t a pleasant experience. I don’t recommend taking the two together."
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Your review helps others make informed decisions.- Kat...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- January 14, 2020
"Horrible, low-quality product! Hard as a rock to chew and does not dissolve well at all... nothing but hard, gritty, nasty-tasting chunks to try to get out of your mouth and teeth! Doesn't dissolve enough to actually help you in my experience. Just buy the real Pepto stuff and you'll be much happier and feel better."
- Jac...
- March 6, 2021
Bismuth subsalicylate "I had a minor acid reflux this week. I didn't know which over-the-counter medicine to take, so I Googled. I randomly ended up at Pepto-Bismol and read some reviews. Most of the reviews were quite positive about the drug, so I went to the nearest Walgreens and bought one. I took it for the next two days as directed, however, it never worked, or I didn't get better! I got annoyed and ended up throwing it away! I went ahead and bought Alka-Seltzer and got better immediately! In conclusion, Alka-Seltzer is great, and Pepto-Bismol is not!"
- Chi...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- October 15, 2019
Bismuth subsalicylate "Pepto-Bismol is outstanding! I had a severe bout of nausea, and almost immediately after I took a dose of this life-saver, my nausea vanished. I recommend every one of you to try this."
- kar...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- August 24, 2020
Bismuth subsalicylate "This Pepto-Bismol stuff works so well in the liquid version. I had a stomach ache for over an hour, then took it, and I swear after 10 mins it worked, and my stomach does not hurt anymore."
- Rig...
- August 30, 2015
Bismuth subsalicylate "Very effective for me with both nausea and diarrhea. Works well at preventing vomiting, in my experience."
- bad...
- March 26, 2012
Bismuth subsalicylate "Very good, very fast."
- Jos...
- November 8, 2017
Bismuth subsalicylate "Pepto-Bismol has saved my life on several occasions. If I could, I would marry it. 10/10 would... NO!!! WILL buy again."
- Hin...
- August 11, 2011
Bismuth subsalicylate "It tastes like liquid peppermint bubble gum."
- jus...
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- July 4, 2023
Bismuth subsalicylate "I get painful gas and bloating often after dinner, especially if I eat too much or too much fat. Pepto Bismol usually works great and within 20 minutes. Good stuff for sure."
- nic...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- August 19, 2019
Bismuth subsalicylate "I can't take Pepto-Bismol, because if I do, I get an allergic reaction. I will break out in a rash. Shame too, it does help, but the rash isn't worth the risk."
- Jay...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- January 10, 2023
Bismuth subsalicylate "It's so good. My stomach was hurting for 8 hours. When I finally took Pepto-Bismol, it disappeared. I'm so grateful there is medicine as good-tasting and useful as Pepto-Bismol."
- bim...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- March 17, 2025
Bismuth subsalicylate "The only medicine I have used recently that is effective, pleasant tasting, and easy to swallow. Thank you."
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Bismuth subsalicylate "It is a must-have in my medicine cabinet, knowing I have it makes me feel so secure. I occasionally (maybe once or twice a year) wake up with very horrible stomach pain, and it used to plague me for up to 48 hours, and I would constantly be worrying about the day it would come. Now, if I do experience stomach pains, taking a dose of Pepto-Bismol eliminates the pain within 30 minutes. It is a miracle drug. I no longer live in fear."