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De-Nol - Bismuth Subcitrate

Bharat Pothuri Medically Reviewed by Dr. Bharat Pothuri, MD, FACG
Brand Name
De-Nol
Generic Name
Bismuth Subcitrate
Drug Class
Mucosal Protective Agent
Availability
Prescription
Manufacturer
Pfizer
Indications
Peptic Ulcers, GERD
Type
Tablet
Doses
120 mg 4 times daily
Route
Oral
Side Effects
Darkened stool/tongue, constipation, nausea
Interactions
Similar to bismuth subsalicylate; monitor for salicylate toxicity
Overdose
Overdose may cause severe digestive symptoms and electrolyte imbalances.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
Contraindications
Allergy to bismuth compounds
Alternatives
Bismuth Subsalicylate
Co-Pay Assistance Program
Available Rx
Patient Assistance Program
Not available

Frequently Asked Questions

What have we Bismuth Subcitrate?

The Bismuth Subcitrate is used in the stomach ulcer like the one caused by the H. pylori and the stomach protection by superseding the effect of the acid.

Mechanism of action Bismuth Subcitrate?

It functions because Bismuth Subcitrate lathers the ulcer with some protective coating that helps in guarding the ulcer against stomach acid and aids in healing the ulcer.

What are the Bismuth Subcitrate side effects?

The side effects include dark colored stool, constipation and light stomach upsets. The side effects are not that numerous and serious and might be allergic in nature.

Bismuth Subcitrate: is it safe when used on long-term basis?

It should be prescribed on one of them. The long-term side effects that can be realized will be the dark stools or other stomach complications.

Should/Should not Bismuth Subcitrate be used along with other medicine?

Bismuth Subcitrate can be reacting with any other drugs especially the drugs to treat an infection and as such you are supposed to inform your doctor about all your drugs.

Can Bismuth Subcitrate be utilized in acid refluxes?

Bismuth Subcitrate is not applicable in acid reflux but in acid ulcers, the stomach mucos has been already damaged by acid.

Bismuth Subcitrate What is the mode of administration?

Bismuth Subcitrate should be usually taken as tablets or in the form of liquid prior to sleeping and at the end of the day. Follow the recommendation of your care provider.

Bismuth Subcitrate during pregnancy?

Not always does it happen that Bismuth Subcitrate will be recommendable when one is pregnant and here you will always be on the safe side by consulting your doctor before having this.

In case of Bismuth Subcitrate dose omission?

You should take it there and then in case you forget to take a dose so that you can take the dose then. Do not take two doses at once.

Is Bismuth Subcitrate effective in the treatment of H. pylori?

Bismuth Subcitrate is a part of a combination therapy regimen of the H. pylori infections where he is used to both kill the bacteria as well as to prevent the inflammation in the stomach.