Magnesium Hydroxide Suspension Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Diarrhea
  • Taste Impairment

INFREQUENT side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Diarrhea
  • Excessive Thirst
  • Gas
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Stomach Cramps
  • Vomiting

RARE side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Significant Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Anaphylaxis
  • A Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Angioedema
  • Abnormal Heart Rhythm
  • High Amount Of Magnesium In The Blood
  • Low Amount Of Sodium In The Blood
  • Seizures
  • Trouble Breathing
  • Ulceration Of The Colon

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Skin Rash
  • Hives
  • Itching

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