BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE
Structure
Product Description
Bismuth subsalicylate 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, when it combines with trace amounts of sulfur in their saliva and gastrointestinal tract. This discoloration is temporary and harmless
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Chemical Name |
BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE |
IUPAC Name |
bismuth 2-hydroxybenzoate |
CAS Number |
14882-18-9 |
Molecular Formula |
C7H5BIO4 |
Synonyms |
Einecs 227-349-3;salicylic acid, bismuth salt;2-Hydroxybenzoic acid/bismuth,(1:x) salt |
Application |
Used to treat nausea, heartburn, indigestion, upset stomach, diarrhea, and other temporary discomforts of the stomach and gastrointestinal tract. |