Pepto Bismol FAQs

Pepto Bismol coats and soothes the stomach for fast, 5 symptom relief. When you have nausea, heartburn, indigestion, upset stomach, or diarrhea, reach for Pepto Bismol.

Use as directed for relief of travelers' diarrhea, diarrhea or upset stomach due to overindulgence in food and drink, including heartburn, indigestion, nausea, gas, belching and fullness.

Both Pepto Bismol and Pepto Bismol Ultra provide fast, 5 symptom relief (nausea, heartburn, indigestion, upset stomach, and diarrhea). The key difference is concentration: Pepto Bismol Ultra is a 2x concentrated formula vs. Pepto Bismol, meaning you get the same relief with half the dose. Please read each label and use as directed.

Pepto Bismol can be taken either with or without food. Read each label and always use as directed.

When it comes to treating upset stomachs and nausea we know a thing or two, after all, we are the #1 Pharmacist Recommended brand^. In general, it’s best to go easy on your stomach and tread carefully. The general rule is to keep things bland. While your stomach is feeling upset, avoid greasy, salty and processed foods like donuts, sausage, fast food, fried foods, chips and pastries.

Bland foods are your best friends right now:

• English Muffins
• Toast
• Potatoes
• Noodles
• Rice
• And if you want protein, try baked chicken and fish
  
  

And remember to avoid greasy, processed and salty foods. For more information, read How to Settle An Upset Stomach.

Pepto Bismol is an upset stomach reliever and antidiarrheal product. It can be taken any time you are experiencing diarrhea, travelers' diarrhea or an upset stomach due to overindulgence in food and drink, including heartburn, indigestion, nausea, gas, belching and fullness. Always read each label and use as directed.

Yes, but it's not necessary. Some people feel refrigerating makes the liquid more pleasing to take, and that's OK. However, you shouldn't freeze the product. For best results, the product should not be exposed to temperatures above 104°F (40°C) or below freezing 32°F (0°C).

If you are pregnant or nursing, ask a doctor before taking Pepto Bismol. As with any drug, read the label thoroughly before use.

No, Pepto Bismol is indicated for adults and children 12 years and over. For younger children, check out Pepto Kids, specifically made for little tummies.

We recommend that you consult your doctor to determine whether you should use Pepto Bismol. Your physician knows your medical condition and history best.

Children and teenagers who have or are recovering from chicken pox or flu-like symptoms should not use Pepto Bismol. When using this product, if changes in behavior with nausea or vomiting occur, consult a doctor because these symptoms could be an early sign of Reye's syndrome, a rare but serious illness. Reye’s syndrome can also be triggered with aspirin. Since subsalicylate is chemicallysimilar to aspirin, it includes similar warning statements.

Originally developed by a doctor in the early 20th century, Pepto Bismol has been treating a variety of stomach symptoms for generations. We’re not exactly sure why this doctor chose pink, but we know that we’re not going to mess with a good thing. Yup, we’ve got you covered. Use as directed.

This discoloration is temporary and harmless. The active ingredient in Pepto Bismol contains bismuth. When a small amount of bismuth combines with trace amounts of sulfur in your saliva and gastrointestinal tract, a black-colored substance (bismuth sulfide) is formed. This discoloration is temporary and harmless. It can last several days after you stop taking Pepto Bismol. Individual bowel habits, your age (the intestinal tract slows down with age), and the amount of the product taken all help to determine how long Pepto Bismol is in your system.

Pepto Bismol is for humans. Consult with your veterinarian for treatment.

For accidental spills, clean-up needs to be done as soon as possible after the spill occurs to prevent permanent staining.

Talk to your carpet manufacture before trying to remove the stain. Some carpets have warranties against staining. The manufacturers can refuse to honor the warranty if a consumer has used a product on it to remove staining other than what the manufacturer recommends.

If you don't have a carpet warranty or receive any information from the manufacturer, here are some tips:

Small Spills: Spray some isopropanol (rubbing alcohol) on a sponge and blot up. Be sure to do a colorfast test first

Large Spills: Large product spills will typically require the use of extraction-type equipment or professional cleaning. Use with water ONLY, no cleaning agents. Walking on carpet which still has a residue of product will cause the residual product to rise to the surface where it will attract soils.

Pepto Nausea Motion Sickness is for the prevention and treatment of nausea, vomiting, or dizziness associated with motion sickness. It works to block the signals to the brain that cause nausea, vomiting, and dizziness.

Take the product ½ to 1 hour before traveling or other motion sickness-inducing activities.

Take 1 to 2 tablets once daily or as directed by a doctor.

Pepto Nausea Motion Sickness is indicated for adults and children 12 years and older. Do not use in children under 12 years of age unless directed by a doctor.

It takes roughly 1 hour for Pepto Nausea Motion Sickness to work.

Pepto Nausea Motion Sickness effects can last for 8 to 24 hours.

Pepto Nausea Motion Sickness tablets are not vegetarian.

Pepto Nausea Motion Sickness tablets are not vegan.

Yes, it's possible for Pepto Nausea Motion Sickness to make you feel sleepy. However, it is formulated with the active ingredient Meclizine HCl, which tends to cause less sleepiness compared to Dimenhydrinate--another OTC motion sickness solution.

Pepto Nausea Ginger Gummies are a non-medicated dietary supplement that’s formulated with ginger. The product helps to prevent occasional nausea due to motion sickness*.

Pepto Nausea Ginger Gummies are for adults and children ages 12 and up. We recommend that you consult with your health care provider before giving children a dietary supplement.

You can take 2 gummies 30 minutes prior to activities that may induce motion sickness. Do not exceed 4 gummies in 24 hours.

Pepto Nausea Ginger Gummies can be taken the same day as Pepto Bismol Liquids and Pepto Bismol LiquiCaps. Pepto Bismol Chews, Chewables and Caplets products all contain calcium. It is not recommended that you exceed the suggested daily intake of calcium. We recommend you consult your health care provider to determine how much calcium you should consume in a day to determine if these products are right for you.

We've added Berry Citrus flavor to our gummies to enhance the ginger's taste, creating a delightful flavor experience.

Pepto Nausea Ginger Gummies are not specifically tested to determine the potential presence of trace amounts of animal-derived ingredients.

Pepto Nausea Ginger Gummies are not specifically tested to determine the potential presence of trace amounts of animal-derived ingredients.

Pepto Gas + Bloating is for targeted gas relief, including bloating, pressure, and discomfort.

The active ingredient in Pepto Gas + Bloating is Simethicone. Simethicone works to break down the gas bubbles in the GI tract making them easier to expel.

Pepto Gas + Bloating goes to work in minutes.

Pepto Gas + Bloating should be taken when symptoms occur, after a meal, or at bedtime.

Read each label and use as directed.

• Pepto Gas + Bloating Softgels: Take 1 softgel up to 2x per day (not to exceed 2 softgels in a 24 hour period) or as directed by a doctor.
• Pepto Gas + Bloating Mint Chewable Tablets: Take 1 chewable tablet up to 4x per day (not to exceed 4 tablets in a 24-hour period) or as directed by a doctor.

Pepto Gas + Bloating effects can last for 3-4 hours.

Pepto Gas + Bloating is indicated for adults and children 12 years and older. Do not use in children under 12 years of age unless directed by a doctor.

The active ingredient in Pepto Gas + Bloating Softgels is simethicone. Due to simethicone not being absorbed into the bloodstream, it typically has minimal side effects, such as drowsiness.

Pepto Gas + Bloating is not vegetarian.

Pepto Gas + Bloating is not vegan.

Since Pepto Gas + Bloating has not been tested for the presence of gluten, they cannot be confirmed as gluten-free.