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Safety considerations and contraindications: Before using Pepto-Bismol with Wegovy, ensure you do not have: Aspirin or salicylate allergy (bismuth subsalicylate is chemically related to aspirin) Active peptic ulcer disease or gastrointestinal bleeding Severe renal impairment (bismuth can accumulate) Concurrent use of anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin) or antiplatelet agents (increased bleeding risk) Gout (salicylates may interfere with uric acid excretion) Pepto-Bismol should not be used in: Children and adolescents under 16 years (risk of Reye's syndrome) Pregnancy or breastfeeding (salicylate component poses risks) Drug interactions to consider: Tetracycline antibiotics (separate doses by at least 2 hours) Methotrexate (increased toxicity risk) Other salicylates or NSAIDs (additive effects) Oral anticoagulants like warfarin (increased bleeding risk) Duration: Do not use Pepto-Bismol for more than two days without consulting your GP, as prolonged use can lead to bismuth accumulation and mask symptoms of more serious conditions

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