Glycine Side Effects

Please note - some side effects for Glycine may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch/ or 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088).

Glycine Side Effects - for the Professional

Glycine

Adverse reactions may include fluid and electrolyte disorders such as acidosis, electrolyte loss, marked diuresis, urinary retention, edema and dehydration; cardiovascular/pulmonary disorders such as pulmonary congestion, hypotension, tachycardia, angina-like pain and thrombophlebitis; other possible reactions include visual disturbances, convulsions, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, vertigo and urticaria.

Literature includes reports on hyponatremia, hyperammonemia, transient blindness, coma (immediate or delayed), and digitalis toxicity in digitalized patients.

If an adverse reaction occurs, discontinue the irrigant and reevaluate the clinical status of the patient.

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