Suprep Bowel Prep

Suprep Bowel Prep Side Effects

Reviewed by Allison Gourley, PharmD, Daisy Chau, PharmD

Last reviewed on February 24, 2025

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

Adults:

Overall discomfort (54%)
Bloating (40%)
Stomach pain (36%)
Nausea (36%)
Vomiting (8%)

Children: (more than 10%)

Nausea
Stomach pain
Bloating
Vomiting

Less Common Side Effects

Electrolyte imbalances

Suprep Bowel Prep serious side effects

Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.

Severe dehydration: vomiting, dizziness, tiredness, headache, urinating less, dry mouth
Heart rhythm problems: weakness, dizziness, fainting, chest pain, trouble breathing
Kidney problems: urinating less, swelling, tiredness, nausea, vomiting
Seizures

When do Suprep Bowel Prep possible side effects begin and end?

Time passed since treatment started:

MMINUTES

HHOURS

DDAYS

WWEEKS

MMONTHS

Stomach bloating

Stomach pain

Nausea or vomiting

Source: DailyMed

The following Suprep Bowel Prep side effects have also been reported

Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:

Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
Dehydration—increased thirst, dry mouth, feeling faint or lightheaded, headache, dark yellow or brown urine
Fast or irregular heartbeat
Kidney injury—decrease in the amount of urine, swelling of the ankles, hands, or feet
Seizures
Sudden or severe stomach pain, bloody diarrhea, fever, nausea, vomiting