The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.
Common Side Effects
- Drooling
- Watery eyes
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Stomach cramps
- Sweating
- Urinary urgency (feeling you need to empty your bladder right away)
Less Common Side Effects
- Feeling unwell
- Headache
- Feeling warm
- Small pupils
- Trouble breathing
- Low blood pressure
- Burping
Bethanechol serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Overdose: stomach upset, drooling, feeling hot, sweating, nausea, vomiting
- Seizures
Source: DailyMed
The following Bethanechol side effects have also been reported
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
Less common or rare
more common with the injection
Belching
blurred vision or change in near or distance vision
dizziness or lightheadedness
feeling faint
frequent urge to urinate
headache
increased watering of mouth or sweating
nausea or vomiting
redness or flushing of skin or feeling of warmth
seizures
sleeplessness, nervousness, or jitters
stomach discomfort or pain
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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