Why Does Pepto Cause Black Stool? The Science Behind the Dark Side of Antacids
The first time someone notices their stool turning an unsettling shade of black after taking Pepto-Bismol, panic often sets in. Is this normal? Is it dangerous? The answer lies in the chemistry of the medication itself—a reaction so predictable that doctors rarely investigate it further unless other symptoms appear. Yet for those unfamiliar with how … Read more
