Stomach
Bismuth subsalicylate
Anti-emetic / anti-diarrheal
Other names: Pepto-Bismol, Kaopectate
Wait
24 hours
after the first dose (the FAA's MedGuide)
FAA label
GENERALLY SAFE TO FLY
The FAA's over-the-counter guide lists bismuth subsalicylate (Kaopectate, Pepto-Bismol) in its "Generally Safe to Fly" column, and notes that GI illness can cause dehydration, cramps, and pain with increase in altitude.
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The FAA's MedGuide names bismuth subsalicylate (Kaopectate, Pepto-Bismol) as allowed, for diarrhea and indigestion, with a wait of 24 hours after the first dose and none after later doses or after the final dose, used per label directions. The MedGuide defines allowed as acceptable for use while performing flight or safety-related duties, provided the condition is stable/aeromedically acceptable and no adverse side effects are present.
- 24 hours after the first dose: ground observation
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bismuth subsalicylate (Kaopectate, Pepto-Bismol)
GI illness can cause dehydration, cramps, and pain with increase in altitude.
Generic: bismuth subsalicylate
Brand Name: Kaopectate; Pepto-Bismol
Drug Class: Antidiarrheal
Underlying Condition: Diarrhea; Indigestion
Use: ALLOW
INITIAL Wait Time (after first dose): 24 hours
SUBSEQUENT Dose Wait Time (after each dose): None
DISCONTINUATION Wait Time (after final dose): None
Frequency Use Limit: Per label directions
ALLOWED: The medication is acceptable for use while performing flight or safety-related duties, provided the condition is stable/aeromedically acceptable and no adverse side effects are present.