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Pink-Bismuth

Dosage form
LIQUID
Labeler
Guardian Drug Company
Label updated
2025-12-03
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE
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Active ingredient (in each 15 mL tbsp)

Bismuth subsalicylate 262 mg

Purpose

Upset stomach reliever and anti-diarrheal

Label information

Uses

relieves:

  • diarrhea
  • heartburn
  • indigestion
  • nausea
  • upset stomach associated with these symptoms
Warnings

Reye's syndrome: Children and teenagers who have or are recovering from children pox or flu-like symptoms should not use this product. when using this product, if changes in behavior with nausea and vomiting occur, consult a doctor because these symptoms could be an early sign of Reye's syndrome, a rare but serious illness.

Allergy alert:  Contains salicylate. Do not take  if you are

  • allergic to salicylates (including aspirin)
  • taking other salicylate products

Do not use if you have

  • bloody or black stool
  • an ulcer
  • a bleeding problem

Ask a doctor before use if you have

  • fever
  • mucus in the stool

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any drug for

  • anticoagulation (thinning of the blood)
  • diabetes
  • gout
  • arthritis

When using this product

a temporary, but harmless darkening of the stool and/or tongue may occur

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • symptoms get worse
  • ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs
  • diarrhea lasts more than 2 days

If pregnant or breast feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison control center  immediately.

Directions
  • shake well before use
  • for accurate dosing, use dose cup
  • adults and children 12 years and over: 1 dose (2 tbsp or 30 mL) every 1/2 to 1 hour as needed
  • do not exceed 8 doses (16 tbsp or 240 mL) in 24 hours
  • use until diarrhea stops but not more than 2 days
  • children under 12 years: ask a doctor
  • drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea
Other information
  • each Tbsp contains: sodium 5 mg, salicylate 130 mg, potassium 15 mg
  • protect from freezing
  • avoid excessive heat (over 104oF or 40oC)
  • TAMPER EVIDENT: Do not use if imprinted shrinkband is missing or broken.
Inactive ingredients

benzoic acid, D and C red 22, D and C red 28, flavor, hydroxy ethyl cellulose, potassium hydroxide, purified water, saccharin sodium, salicylic acid, simethicone, xanthan gum.

Principal Display Panel

compare to the active ingredient in pepto-bismol®

Pink-Bismuth

Regular Strength

Protective coating

Bismuth subsalicylate

Anti-diarrheal/Upset stomach reliever

Soothing Relief For:

upset stomach

Indigestion

Nausea

Heartburn

Diarrhea

16 FL OZ (473 mL)

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: cb7da2b4-5e44-488b-a6e7-362e9b06c49c · Version 6
NDC: 53041-527