Deaths from Cushing's syndrome. Cushing's syndrome: Deaths. Cushing's syndrome and associated complications (e.g. diabetes) can be fatal if undiagnosed or diagnosed too late. Cushing's syndrome: Hospitalization Statistics. The following are statistics from various sources about hospitalizations and Cushing's syndrome:
1 Bismuth subsalicylate (the active ingredient in Pepto-Bismol, Kaopectate, and Bismatrol) â this can relieve inflammatory conditions of the stomach and intestines, which can sometimes relieve gas.
SIDE EFFECTS: Dark brown or black stools are common with use of bismuth subsalicylate. Tongue discoloration and constipation also may occur. Other side effects associated with bismuth subsalicylate include: 1  anxiety, 2  confusion, 3  depression, 4  headache, 5  slurred speech, 6  muscle spasms,