Asked in Medication and Drugs
Medication and Drugs
Where does pepto bismol get its name?
Answer

Wiki User
September 30, 2009 6:37PM
Pepto is derived from the word Peptic, an adjective that refers
to any part of the body that normally has an acidic lumen, for
instance, the stomach.
The Bismol bit comes from the name of the active ingredient:
Bismuth subsalicylate.
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Can you throw up pepto bismol?

Yes. I've taken pepto bismol once because I had slight nausea.
After taking it, I had severe stomach pains, vomitting, and trouble
breathing. I'm pretty sure it was some kind of allergic
reaction.
If you are allergic to asprin, you probably shouldn't take pepto
bismol because it contains a type of Salicylate, which some people
are allergic to.
For a list of side effects for pepto bismol, visit
http://www.drugs.com/sfx/pepto-bismol-side-effects.html