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OsmoPrep Side Effects

Please note - some side effects for OsmoPrep 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).


Side Effects of OsmoPrep - for the Consumer

OsmoPrep

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using OsmoPrep:

Diarrhea; gas; nausea; stomach cramps or bloating; vomiting.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using OsmoPrep:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing or swallowing; tightness in the chest or throat; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue; unusual hoarseness); blood in the stool; confusion; fainting; fast, slow or irregular heartbeat; loss of appetite; loss of consciousness; seizures; severe or persistent nausea, stomach bloating, or cramping; swelling of the arms or legs; symptoms of dehydration (eg, dizziness, headache, severe or persistent vomiting, decreased urination, unusually dry mouth or eyes); tingling of the lips; unusual weakness; unusual weight gain; wheezing.

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OsmoPrep Side Effects - for the Professional

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Most common adverse reactions are abdominal bloating, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting (6)


to report suspected adverse reactions, contact Salix Pharmaceuticals, Inc. at 1-800-508-0024 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.


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