Casanthranol / docusate Side Effects

Applies to casanthranol / docusate: oral capsule, oral syrup

Gastrointestinal

Gastrointestinal side effects have included nausea, mild abdominal cramps, bloating, diarrhea, rumbling sounds, flatulence, severe abdominal pain and vomiting.^[Ref]

Metabolic

Metabolic abnormalities reported include hypomagnesemia in one woman who took docusate chronically throughout her pregnancy. Magnesium levels returned to normal following discontinuation of docusate.^[Ref]

Metabolic side effects associated with docusate have included at least one case report of hypomagnesemia.^[Ref]

Dermatologic

Dermatologic side effects with docusate have included rash.^[Ref]

Not all side effects for casanthranol / docusate may be reported. You should always consult a doctor or healthcare professional for medical advice. Side effects can be reported to the FDA here.

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