Noun
bismuth subsalicylate (uncountable)
(pharmacology) An antacid medication C7H5BiO4 (trademark Pepto-Bismol) taken orally to relieve diarrhea, nausea, and indigestion.
Bismuth subsalicylate is classified as FDA pregnancy risk category C (adverse effects in animals but inadequate human data). Source: Internet
Bismuth subsalicylate has various therapeutic benefits in the body including anti-bacterial, weak antacid, anti-inflammatory, and anti-secretory actions. Source: Internet