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
- Low appetite
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
Less Common Side Effects
- Gut irritations
- Blockage in the gut
Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Intestinal necrosis (low blood flow to the stomach and intestines): bleeding in stool, nausea, vomiting, constipation or diarrhea, fever, stomach pain
- Low electrolyte levels: muscle cramps, muscle pain, numbness or tingling, nausea, vomiting, weakness, shortness of breath, or confusion
Source: DailyMed
The following Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate 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 or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
Rare
Bloody vomit
cough producing mucus
difficulty with breathing
fever or chills
severe stomach pain
tightness in the chest
troubled breathing
Incidence not known
Confusion
decrease in the amount of urine
increased thirst
irregular heartbeat
loss of appetite
muscle cramps in the hands, arms, feet, legs, or face
nausea or vomiting
noisy, rattling breathing
numbness and tingling around the mouth, fingertips, or feet
seizures
severe constipation
swelling of the fingers, hands, feet, or lower legs
stomach cramps or pain
troubled breathing at rest
unusual tiredness or weakness
Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur:
Symptoms of overdose
Dizziness
drowsiness
fainting
fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat
lightheadedness
muscle spasms (tetany) or twitching
pounding or rapid pulse
trembling
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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