PEG3350 Side Effects

Generic Name: polyethylene glycol 3350

Note: This page contains side effects data for the generic drug polyethylene glycol 3350. It is possible that some of the dosage forms included below may not apply to the brand name PEG3350.

For the Consumer

Applies to polyethylene glycol 3350: powder packets for oral solution, powder for oral solution

Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Cramps; gas; more frequent bowel movements; nausea; stomach pain or bloating.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); bleeding from the rectum or rectal pain; diarrhea; severe or persistent nausea, bloating, cramping, or stomach pain.

For Healthcare Professionals

Applies to polyethylene glycol 3350: oral kit, oral powder for reconstitution

Gastrointestinal

Frequency not reported: Abdominal distension and pain, borborygmi, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, bloating, flatulence, abdominal cramping, perianal inflammation and soreness^[Ref]

Hypersensitivity

Frequency not reported: Allergic reaction^[Ref]

It is possible that some side effects of PEG3350 may not have been reported. These can be reported to the FDA here. Always consult a healthcare professional for medical advice.

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