Compare Questran vs. Pepto-Bismol

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Relieves heartburn, upset stomach, and diarrhea.

Pepto-Bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) can help for many stomach and intestinal problems, but may take longer to work compared to some other anti-diarrheal medicines.

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3.9/ 5 average rating with 1376 reviewsforPepto-Bismol
Upsides
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  • Pepto-Bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) works well to alleviate stomach and intestinal problems and doesn't have many side effects.
  • Comes in easy to take chewable pills or liquid, if you do not like swallowing pills.
  • Is inexpensive and available over the counter.
  • Coupons are available. Speak to your doctor or pharmacist.
Downsides
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  • May not be as strong as other anti-diarrheal or antacid medications.
  • Should not be used for more than 2 days if your diarrhea does not go away or if you have a fever.
  • For symptoms other than diarrhea, should not be used for more than 7 days without your doctor's approval. Speak to your doctor if symptoms persist.
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Used for
  • Hypercholesterolemia; Adjunct Pruritus of skin
  • Associated with partial biliary obstruction
  • Bile acid malabsorption syndrome Familial hypercholesterolemia - heterozygous Hardened arteries (atherosclerosis)
Dosage forms
  • Liquid
  • Chewable tablet
  • Liquid
  • Pill
Price
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$29.24
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1376 reviews so far
84%
saidit'sworth it
48%
saiditworked well
6%
saidit'sa big hassle

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Side effects
The Questran (Cholestyramine) FDA package insert doesn’t have numbers about how common side effects are.
The Pepto-Bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) FDA package insert doesn’t have numbers about how common side effects are.
Risks and risk factors
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  • Reye's syndrome
    • Children or teenagers that have or are recovering from flu/flu-like symptoms or chickenpox
  • Allergy to salicylates
    • Aspirin allergy
    • NSAID allergy
  • Hearing problems
    • Age 60 or older
  • Drug Interactions
    • Anticoagulants
    • Aspirin-containing medications
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