Polyethylene Glycol 3350 Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects

If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression i

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If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression i

  • irritation of the rectum
  • a sleep disorder
  • excessive thirst
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • stomach cramps
  • abdominal bloating
  • a feeling of general discomfort called malaise
  • intense abdominal pain
  • upper abdominal pain

    • INFREQUENT side effects

    If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression i

  • low amount of magnesium in the blood
  • low amount of phosphate in the blood
  • low amount of calcium in the blood
  • high amount of calcium in the blood
  • an increased sodium level in the blood
  • low amount of sodium in the blood
  • acidosis, a high level of acid in the blood
  • high levels of potassium in the blood
  • low amount of potassium in the blood
  • hives
  • high amount of uric acid in the blood

    • If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression i

  • indigestion
  • dizziness
  • headache
  • runny nose

    • RARE side effects

    If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression i

  • high blood pressure
  • atrial fibrillation
  • abnormal heart rhythm
  • a feeling of throat tightness
  • fluid in the lungs
  • rapid onset of fluid in the lungs
  • a puncture, tear or hole in the esophagus
  • a type of stomach irritation called gastritis
  • insufficient blood supply to the colon
  • bleeding from stomach, esophagus or duodenum
  • decreased kidney function
  • fainting
  • seizures
  • muscle tremors
  • a skin rash
  • fluid retention in the legs, feet, arms or hands
  • puffy face from water retention
  • swelling of the tongue
  • trouble breathing
  • abnormal liver function tests
  • a significant type of allergic reaction called anaphylaxis
  • a type of allergic reaction called angioedema
  • ulceration of the colon
  • lip swelling
  • fast heartbeat
  • asystole, stopping the heart

    • If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression i

  • skin inflammation
  • heart throbbing or pounding
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