Showing 1-7 of 7 answers. I just called PB (800-717-3786), the expiration date is printed under LOT, with the lot# printed under EXP. Hence, the factory printed them reverse to the preprint on the box. So I don't have LOT NO 21, I have expiration date NO 21 (November 21). Feel free to call PB at the number above to request they fix this. Scribe.Aug 29, 2020 · The next time you face the drug expiration date dilemma, consider what you've learned here. If the expiration date passed a few years ago and it's important that your drug is absolutely 100% effective, you might want to consider buying a new bottle. And if you have any questions about the safety or effectiveness of any drug, ask your pharmacist. Dr. Richard Bensinger answered. Ophthalmology 54 years experience. Safe: There is nothing in this that will degrade in a dangerous manner. You may safely drink pepto bismol that is several years expired. Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone. Learn how we can help.May 9, 2023 · Use Pepto-Bismol (bismuth subsalicylate suspension) as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely. Shake well before use. Measure liquid doses carefully. Use the measuring device that comes with Pepto-Bismol (bismuth subsalicylate suspension). Aug 29, 2020 · The next time you face the drug expiration date dilemma, consider what you've learned here. If the expiration date passed a few years ago and it's important that your drug is absolutely 100% effective, you might want to consider buying a new bottle. And if you have any questions about the safety or effectiveness of any drug, ask your pharmacist. Dr. Richard Bensinger answered. Ophthalmology 54 years experience. Safe: There is nothing in this that will degrade in a dangerous manner. You may safely drink pepto bismol that is several years expired. Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone. Learn how we can help.Sep 10, 2017 · I have a few pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) tablets that expired one year ago.I have a really bad stomach ache.. Is it safe to take a pill? 1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in I have a few pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) tablets that expired one year ago.I have a really bad stomach ache.. Is it safe to take a pill? 1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in Mar 28, 2018 · Hello doctor. how are you? i have a few pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) tablets that expired one year ago.i have a really bad stomach ache.. is it safe to take a pill? 1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in Sep 21, 2022 · Dried goldenseal has an antibacterial effect and may help with E.coli-induced diarrhea. Black tea and other tannin-rich foods such as blackberries can help reduce bowel inflammation. Foods such as carrots and bananas, as well as being bland, contain high amounts of pectin, a soluble fiber that can soak up extra fluid in the intestine. How long after the expiration date is pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) safe to take? Dr. Diane Minich answered Family Medicine 39 years experience Not recommended: To take any medication past its expiration date due to decreases efficacy. Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone. Learn how we can helpUse Pepto-Bismol (bismuth subsalicylate suspension) as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely. Shake well before use. Measure liquid doses carefully. Use the measuring device that comes with Pepto-Bismol (bismuth subsalicylate suspension).Not recommended: Pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) has a component salycelate that was linled with a devistating disease called reye's syndrome in the 70's & 80's. ... Read More. Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone. Learn how we can help. 6.3k views Reviewed >2 years ago. Thank.Anyone taking Pepto Bismol to treat occasional digestive symptoms should follow the instructions on the label. The original liquid Pepto Bismol includes a 30 milliliter (ml) cup, which is one dose ...Last updated on April 7, 2023. Official answer by Drugs.com It's best to discard expired medicines as the manufacturers do not guarantee the quality or efficacy of medicines past their expiry date. https://www.drugs.com/article/drug-expiration-dates.html Drug information Pepto-Bismol Information for Consumers Side Effects of Pepto-Bismol (detailed)"i have pepto-bismol which has been expired since 11/2015 is it still fine to take for nausea?" Answered by Dr. Richard Bensinger: Not a problem: The ingredients will ...Gynecology 29 years experience. No: Peptol bismol will not cause any problems with a birth control pill or increase chance of pregnancy. Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone. Learn how we can help. 4.4k views Answered >2 years ago. Thank. 3 thanks. Dr. Richard Bensinger answered. Ophthalmology 54 years experience. Safe: There is nothing in this that will degrade in a dangerous manner. You may safely drink pepto bismol that is several years expired. Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone. Learn how we can help. • Diarrhea, Upset Stomach, 6 to 9 years old, suspension (liquid): 10 milliliters (2/3 tablet) every 30 minutes to 1 hour up to a maximum of 8 doses daily, by mouth (1) • Diarrhea, Upset Stomach, 9 to 12 years old, suspension (liquid): 15 milliliters (1 tablet) every 30 minutes to 1 hour up to a maximum of 8 doses daily, by mouth (1) I have a few pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) tablets that expired one year ago.I have a really bad stomach ache.. Is it safe to take a pill? 1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in Feb 7, 2021 · A Verified Doctor answered. 31 years experience. Yes: Taking Tums ( calcium carbonate) for frequent burping may help and will not be harmful. Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone. Learn how we can help. 5.4k views Reviewed >2 years ago. Thank. Dr. Kenny Chuu agrees. 1 thank. No: no, its ok as long as it's not significantly (like 6 months or more) past expiration. The only problem at that point is potency and theoretical breakd... Read More. Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone. Learn how we can help. Psychiatry 27 years experience. If you are: Allergic to salcylates (such as aspirin) please be aware that pepto bismol ( bismuth subsalicylate) contains subsalicylate. Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone. Learn how we can help.Hello doctor. how are you? i have a few pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) tablets that expired one year ago.i have a really bad stomach ache.. is it safe to take a pill? 1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed inThis has happened to me more than once but not because it was shipped to me. The bottle of pepto is nowhere close to being expired however after it's been opened then sits several days before using again the thick part has coated the bottom of the bottle & the top part is watery & no amount of vigorous shaking will mix it back together.Dr. Richard Bensinger answered. Ophthalmology 54 years experience. Safe: There is nothing in this that will degrade in a dangerous manner. You may safely drink pepto bismol that is several years expired. Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone. Learn how we can help. Dr. Vivek Huilgol answered. Gastroenterology 37 years experience. Yes: The commonest side effects from pepto are black stool, black tongue, constipation and - if really overdone - tinnitus (ringing in the ears). Of course... Read More. Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone. Sep 10, 2017 · I have a few pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) tablets that expired one year ago.I have a really bad stomach ache.. Is it safe to take a pill? 1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in Medications usually just get weaker after their expiry date, and two month past pepto is no worse for you than unexpired pepto, just potentially weaker. It’ll be fine. Also, ginger is your best friend. Source: just puked like 10 times yesterday and at least ginger took away my nausea and helped me recover. It’ll be fine. If you have a bottle of Pepto-Bismol that expired over a year ago, you may be wondering if it’s still safe to take. The short answer is no – expired Pepto-Bismol can no longer be effective in treating your upset stomach and may even cause more harm than good.Sep 10, 2017 · I have a few pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) tablets that expired one year ago.I have a really bad stomach ache.. Is it safe to take a pill? 1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in You may safely drink pepto bismol that is several years expired. ... 529 views Reviewed >2 years ago. Thank. Dr. Navita Modi and another doctor agree 2 doctors agree.Dr. Gregory Hines answered. Family Medicine 26 years experience. Be seen: The black color is most likely due to the bismuth in the pepto -bismol, but you should be seen to get some diarrhea medication and possible testing. Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone. Learn how we can help.We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us.Pepto-Bismol - Why does the label now say not to take it if you have an ulcer? My Dr just suggested I take it to help me feel better while the ulcer heals. Updated 7 Dec 2017 1 answer. Pepto-Bismol - Still Black stool after kaopectate 4 days ago. Any cause of concern?Constipation. Bismuth subsalicylate reduces the flow of water in stools so it may result in the hardening of stools. Expired Pepto Bismol can sometimes worsen this side effect. Salicylism. It is a condition that results from ingesting salicylates for a very long time.Unflavored metamucil. Probiotics. Fiber supplements. Boiled white rice. Canned, unflavored pumpkin. Electrolytes. These are all safe and efficient answers to the question of what can I give my cat for diarrhea. If you have any doubts or concerns, you can talk to your vet first.You should take: Pepto Bismol first then wait 3 hours before you take other medications. Or do the reverse. Pepto Bismol does affect the absorption rate and mechanis... Read More. Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone. Learn how we can help. 342 views Answered >2 years ago. Thank.Since a law was passed in 1979, drug manufacturers are required to stamp an expiration date on their products. This is the date at which the manufacturer can still guarantee the full potency and safety of the drug. Most of what is known about drug expiration dates comes from a study conducted by the Food and Drug Administration at the request ...Sep 1, 2015 · 6. Dish Detergent. You shouldn't keep your dish detergent for longer than one year if you want it to be effective. And, since you use the liquid to disinfect dishes that multiple people share ... Dr. James Ferguson answered. Pediatrics 48 years experience. I doubt that a single exposure to this product would have a significant effect on a breastfeeding infant. If you need this type of product, seek out those without salicylates in their ingredient list. Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.Dr. Al Hegab answered. Allergy and Immunology 42 years experience. Yes: you can, however it is better to wait until the effect if the laxative wears off, Pepto -bismol isn't just an antidote to the laxative, Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone. Learn how we can help.Medications usually just get weaker after their expiry date, and two month past pepto is no worse for you than unexpired pepto, just potentially weaker. It’ll be fine. Also, ginger is your best friend. Source: just puked like 10 times yesterday and at least ginger took away my nausea and helped me recover. It’ll be fine.Feb 28, 2023 · Unflavored metamucil. Probiotics. Fiber supplements. Boiled white rice. Canned, unflavored pumpkin. Electrolytes. These are all safe and efficient answers to the question of what can I give my cat for diarrhea. If you have any doubts or concerns, you can talk to your vet first. I have a few pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) tablets that expired one year ago.I have a really bad stomach ache.. Is it safe to take a pill? 1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed inMedications usually just get weaker after their expiry date, and two month past pepto is no worse for you than unexpired pepto, just potentially weaker. It’ll be fine. Also, ginger is your best friend. Source: just puked like 10 times yesterday and at least ginger took away my nausea and helped me recover. It’ll be fine. Check with PD: The primary symptoms aided by pepto-bismol are nausea, heartburn, indigestion, upset stomach, diarrhea, and other temporary discomforts of the stomach... Read More. Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone. Learn how we can help. 5.4k views Reviewed >2 years ago.Pepto-Bismol - Why does the label now say not to take it if you have an ulcer? My Dr just suggested I take it to help me feel better while the ulcer heals. Updated 7 Dec 2017 1 answer. Pepto-Bismol - Still Black stool after kaopectate 4 days ago. Any cause of concern?Dr. Anatoly Belilovsky answered. Pediatrics 37 years experience. When appropriate:: With travel to places where bacterial diarrhea is common. For viral diarrhea, pepto bismol ( bismuth subsalicylate) alone is better. Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone. Learn how we can help. Dec 6, 2019 · To take pepto-bismol tablets that expired in May 2019 - Answered by a verified Doctor ... Doctor: Onlinedoc, Doctor replied 3 years ago. Onlinedoc, Doctor. Category ... Jun 14, 2021 · You may safely drink pepto bismol that is several years expired. ... 529 views Reviewed >2 years ago. Thank. Dr. Navita Modi and another doctor agree 2 doctors agree. 1 Caja, 1 Frasco con dosificador graduado, 236 mL, 525 mg. 1 Caja, 1 Frasco con dosificador graduado, 473 mL, 525 mg. Agregar a interacciones medicamentosas. COMPOSICIÓN. INDICACIONES TERAPÉUTICAS. CONTRAINDICACIONES. REACCIONES ADVERSAS. INTERACCIONES MEDICAMENTOSAS Y DE OTRO GÉNERO. PRECAUCIONES Y ADVERTENCIAS.I took some pepto bismol this morning because i was feeling nausea and now i am feeling considerably worse. i was about to take some more when i noticed it expired in october of 2018. is it possible that it made my nausea worse or is it still safe? A Verified Doctor answeredThe only time your medicine might have an earlier expiration date is if you leave it in direct sunlight or in a hot and humid place. "No medication should be in direct sunlight or next to direct heat or in a very humid environment. That will change the expiration," Hartzell said. "So bathrooms, even though we have a medicine cabinet in the ...Dr. Richard Bensinger answered. Ophthalmology 54 years experience. Safe: There is nothing in this that will degrade in a dangerous manner. You may safely drink pepto bismol that is several years expired. Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone. Learn how we can help. Dried goldenseal has an antibacterial effect and may help with E.coli-induced diarrhea. Black tea and other tannin-rich foods such as blackberries can help reduce bowel inflammation. Foods such as carrots and bananas, as well as being bland, contain high amounts of pectin, a soluble fiber that can soak up extra fluid in the intestine.Feb 7, 2021 · A Verified Doctor answered. 31 years experience. Yes: Taking Tums ( calcium carbonate) for frequent burping may help and will not be harmful. Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone. Learn how we can help. 5.4k views Reviewed >2 years ago. Thank. Dr. Kenny Chuu agrees. 1 thank. Aug 5, 2022 · The CDC estimates say that each year, 128,000 people are hospitalized and 3,000 people die from foodborne illnesses. ... Bismuth subsalicylate (aka Pepto Bismol®) is generally fine to take. It ... I have a few pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) tablets that expired one year ago.I have a really bad stomach ache.. Is it safe to take a pill? 1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed inNov 28, 2017 · I have a few pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) tablets that expired one year ago.I have a really bad stomach ache.. Is it safe to take a pill? 1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in Once Pepto-Bismol expires, it’s no longer effective at treating upset stomach, heartburn, or indigestion. So, if you have a bottle of Pepto-Bismol that expired two years ago, it’s best to throw it away. Pepto bismol expired 3 months ago. If you have some Pepto-Bismol that expired 3 months ago, you may be wondering if it’s still effective.Not recommended: Pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) has a component salycelate that was linled with a devistating disease called reye's syndrome in the 70's & 80's. ... Read More. Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone. Learn how we can help. 6.3k views Reviewed >2 years ago. Thank.I found some pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) pills that i bought almost exactly one year ago. i can't find an expiration date on the bottle. are they still ok take? Dr. Pradeep Parihar answered Family Medicine 33 years experience Jun 14, 2021 · You may safely drink pepto bismol that is several years expired. ... 529 views Reviewed >2 years ago. Thank. Dr. Navita Modi and another doctor agree 2 doctors agree. What to do with expired Pepto-Bismol? The CDC reports that 50,000 young children end up in emergency rooms each year because they got into medicines while an adult wasn’t looking. Expired medicines are also not just a risk to the person they were prescribed for and can injure children and pets if taken by mistake.Showing 1-7 of 7 answers. I just called PB (800-717-3786), the expiration date is printed under LOT, with the lot# printed under EXP. Hence, the factory printed them reverse to the preprint on the box. So I don't have LOT NO 21, I have expiration date NO 21 (November 21). Feel free to call PB at the number above to request they fix this. Scribe.May 9, 2023 · Use Pepto-Bismol (bismuth subsalicylate suspension) as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely. Shake well before use. Measure liquid doses carefully. Use the measuring device that comes with Pepto-Bismol (bismuth subsalicylate suspension). • Diarrhea, Upset Stomach, 6 to 9 years old, suspension (liquid): 10 milliliters (2/3 tablet) every 30 minutes to 1 hour up to a maximum of 8 doses daily, by mouth (1) • Diarrhea, Upset Stomach, 9 to 12 years old, suspension (liquid): 15 milliliters (1 tablet) every 30 minutes to 1 hour up to a maximum of 8 doses daily, by mouth (1) Usually 1-3 days: With mild, routine diarrhea, a patient can let nature clear her bowels the first day. Then medicines can be tried, such as Imodium (loperamide) for a ... Read More. Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone. Learn how we can help. 5.7k views Answered >2 years ago. Thank. • Diarrhea, Upset Stomach, 6 to 9 years old, suspension (liquid): 10 milliliters (2/3 tablet) every 30 minutes to 1 hour up to a maximum of 8 doses daily, by mouth (1) • Diarrhea, Upset Stomach, 9 to 12 years old, suspension (liquid): 15 milliliters (1 tablet) every 30 minutes to 1 hour up to a maximum of 8 doses daily, by mouth (1)Dec 14, 2020 · 28 year old healthy female.I had a stomach bug 8 days ago. I am still having stomach cramps, pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) helps but pain comes back. Psychiatry 27 years experience. If you are: Allergic to salcylates (such as aspirin) please be aware that pepto bismol ( bismuth subsalicylate) contains subsalicylate. Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone. Learn how we can help. Dr. Ryan Phasouk answered. Family Medicine 20 years experience. Considered safe: There is generally no evidence of adverse reactions when taking pepto bismol with zantac ( ranitidine ). Consult with your doctor as always. Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone. Learn how we can help.I have a few pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) tablets that expired one year ago.I have a really bad stomach ache.. Is it safe to take a pill? 1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed inPepto-Bismol Chewable Tablets. Generic name: Bismuth Subsalicylate Chewable Tablets [ BIZ-muth-sub-sa-LIS-i-late ] Brand names: Bismatrol, Pepto-Bismol. Drug class: Antidiarrheals. Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Aug 9, 2023. Uses. Before taking.Sep 21, 2022 · Dried goldenseal has an antibacterial effect and may help with E.coli-induced diarrhea. Black tea and other tannin-rich foods such as blackberries can help reduce bowel inflammation. Foods such as carrots and bananas, as well as being bland, contain high amounts of pectin, a soluble fiber that can soak up extra fluid in the intestine. Feb 28, 2023 · Unflavored metamucil. Probiotics. Fiber supplements. Boiled white rice. Canned, unflavored pumpkin. Electrolytes. These are all safe and efficient answers to the question of what can I give my cat for diarrhea. If you have any doubts or concerns, you can talk to your vet first. Pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate): There should be a dose on the bottle, labelled '12 years and older'. Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone. Learn how we can helpUsually 1-3 days: With mild, routine diarrhea, a patient can let nature clear her bowels the first day. Then medicines can be tried, such as Imodium (loperamide) for a ... Read More. Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone. Learn how we can help. 5.7k views Answered >2 years ago. Thank. I have a few pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) tablets that expired one year ago.I have a really bad stomach ache.. Is it safe to take a pill? 1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in If you have a bottle of Pepto-Bismol that expired over a year ago, you may be wondering if it’s still safe to take. The short answer is no – expired Pepto-Bismol can no longer be effective in treating your upset stomach and may even cause more harm than good.Medications usually just get weaker after their expiry date, and two month past pepto is no worse for you than unexpired pepto, just potentially weaker. It’ll be fine. Also, ginger is your best friend. Source: just puked like 10 times yesterday and at least ginger took away my nausea and helped me recover. It’ll be fine.Gynecology 29 years experience. No: Peptol bismol will not cause any problems with a birth control pill or increase chance of pregnancy. Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone. Learn how we can help. 4.4k views Answered >2 years ago. Thank. 3 thanks. I have a few pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) tablets that expired one year ago.I have a really bad stomach ache.. Is it safe to take a pill? 1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed inNo harm done: The actual shelf life of Pepto-Bismol is a lot greater than what is indicated by the expiration date. Old Pepto Bismol ( bismuth subsalicylate) may lose some of its efficacy, but there are no other significant untoward effects. Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone. Learn how we can helpDr. Richard Bensinger answered. Ophthalmology 54 years experience. Safe: There is nothing in this that will degrade in a dangerous manner. You may safely drink pepto bismol that is several years expired. Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone. Learn how we can help.
Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered. Pathology 51 years experience. Why are you taking: Pepto-Bismol. Pepto is usually used to treat diarrhea and you are constipated. So quit taking it. For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetabl... Read More. Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.. Black women
Dr. Vivek Huilgol answered. Gastroenterology 37 years experience. Yes: The commonest side effects from pepto are black stool, black tongue, constipation and - if really overdone - tinnitus (ringing in the ears). Of course... Read More. Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone. You may safely drink pepto bismol that is several years expired. ... 529 views Reviewed >2 years ago. Thank. Dr. Navita Modi and another doctor agree 2 doctors agree.No: no, its ok as long as it's not significantly (like 6 months or more) past expiration. The only problem at that point is potency and theoretical breakd... Read More. Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone. Learn how we can help. Mar 28, 2018 · Hello doctor. how are you? i have a few pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) tablets that expired one year ago.i have a really bad stomach ache.. is it safe to take a pill? 1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in Expired pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate): ... 147 views Reviewed >2 years ago. Thank. Dr. Frank Kuitems agrees 1 doctor agrees. 4 thanks. A 17-year-old male asked:I have a few pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) tablets that expired one year ago.I have a really bad stomach ache.. Is it safe to take a pill? 1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed inSimplified molecular structure of bismuth subsalicylate. Bismuth subsalicylate, sold generically as pink bismuth and under the brand names Pepto-Bismol and BisBacter, is an antacid medication used to treat temporary discomforts of the stomach and gastrointestinal tract, such as nausea, heartburn, indigestion, upset stomach, and diarrhea . My mom thinks it's okay for me to take 2 year expired pepto bismol, (bismuth subsalicylate) is this safe? 1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in Can a four year old take children's pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) and if so how much?I have a few pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) tablets that expired one year ago.I have a really bad stomach ache.. Is it safe to take a pill? 1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed inA Verified Doctor answered. 31 years experience. Yes: Taking Tums ( calcium carbonate) for frequent burping may help and will not be harmful. Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone. Learn how we can help. 5.4k views Reviewed >2 years ago. Thank. Dr. Kenny Chuu agrees. 1 thank.Sep 10, 2017 · I have a few pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) tablets that expired one year ago.I have a really bad stomach ache.. Is it safe to take a pill? 1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in May 9, 2023 · Pepto-Bismol is typically available over the counter, and it is typically inexpensive. The medication comes in both liquid and pill form, and the liquid form is typically the most affordable. Pepto-Bismol typically lasts for about 2 years after it is opened. Once it is opened, the medication should be kept in a cool, dry place. I have a few pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) tablets that expired one year ago.I have a really bad stomach ache.. Is it safe to take a pill? 1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed inNo harm done: The actual shelf life of Pepto-Bismol is a lot greater than what is indicated by the expiration date. Old Pepto Bismol ( bismuth subsalicylate) may lose some of its efficacy, but there are no other significant untoward effects. Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone. Learn how we can help.