Drug interactions
Acetylsalicylic acid + Bismuth subsalicylate
Severity: Moderate
Acetylsalicylic acid and Bismuth subsalicylate: moderate interaction.
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Summary
Bismuth subsalicylate is hydrolysed to release salicylate, so taking it with aspirin adds to the total salicylate load.
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