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K-Phos Side Effects

Sarah Lobello Pearson, PharmDAllison Gourley, PharmD
Reviewed by Sarah Lobello Pearson, PharmD, Allison Gourley, PharmD
Last reviewed on March 30, 2022

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

  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Stomach pain
  • Vomiting

Less Common Side Effects

  • Bone and joint pain
  • Dizziness
  • Muscle cramps
  • Tingling, pain, or weakness in hands or feet

Source: DailyMed

The following K-Phos 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 immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

Incidence not known

Bone pain

convulsions

decreased urine output

dizziness

fast or irregular heartbeat

headache

joint pain

mental confusion

muscle cramps

numbness or tingling around the lips

numbness, tingling, pain, or weakness of the hands or feet

shortness of breath

swelling of the feet or lower legs

troubled breathing

unusual thirst

unusual tiredness or weakness

unusual weight gain

weakness or heaviness of the legs

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:

Incidence not known

Diarrhea

nausea

stomach pain

vomiting

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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