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
- Bloating (31%)
- Nausea (26%)
- Stomach pain (23%)
Less Common Side Effects
- Vomiting
Osmoprep serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Sudden kidney problems: weakness, drowsiness, urinating less than normal, swelling of ankles, feet, and legs
- Electrolyte imbalance(changes in body fluid and blood salts): vomiting, dizziness, urinating less than normal, fast heart rate, fast breathing, headache, fainting, or lack of energy
- Bowel damage: severe stomach pain, rectal bleeding
- Irregular heartbeat
- Seizures
- Gagging or choking
Source: DailyMed
The following Osmoprep 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
Agitation
bloody or cloudy urine
burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, "pins and needles", or tingling feelings
confusion
decrease in the frequency or amount of urine
decreased awareness or responsiveness
difficult or labored breathing
difficult or painful urination
difficulty with swallowing
dizziness
fainting
fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat
headache
hostility
increased blood pressure
increased thirst
irritability
large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or genitals
loss of appetite
loss of consciousness
lower back or side pain
muscle twitching
noisy breathing
puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
rapid weight gain
redness of the skin
seizures
severe sleepiness
sudden decrease in the amount of urine
swelling of the face, ankles, or hands
tightness in the chest
unusual drowsiness, dullness, tiredness, weakness, or feeling of sluggishness
vomiting
Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur:
Symptoms of overdose
Blurred vision
chest pain or discomfort
decreased frequency of urine
dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position
increase in heart rate
increased thirst
lightheadedness
loss of appetite
lower back or side pain
muscle cramps in the hands, arms, feet, legs, or face
pounding or rapid pulse
rapid breathing
restlessness
stomach cramps
sunken eyes
sweating
weakness
wrinkled skin
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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