Amitiza Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Abdominal Bloating
  • Diarrhea
  • Dizziness
  • Gas
  • Headache
  • Intense Abdominal Pain
  • Nausea

INFREQUENT side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • Trouble Breathing

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Cough
  • Depression
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
  • Indigestion
  • Joint Pain
  • Loose Stools
  • Low Energy
  • The Flu
  • Urinary Tract Infection
  • Vomiting

RARE side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Feeling Of Throat Tightness
  • Blood Coming From Anus
  • Chest Tightness
  • Insufficient Blood Supply To The Colon
  • Low Amount Of Potassium In The Blood
  • Low Blood Pressure
  • Unconsciousness

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Feeling Of General Discomfort Called Malaise
  • A Skin Rash
  • Anxious Feelings
  • Burping
  • Chest Pain
  • Constipation
  • Cramps
  • Decreased Appetite
  • Dry Mouth
  • Excessive Sweating
  • Fainting
  • Fast Heartbeat
  • Generalized Weakness
  • Heart Throbbing Or Pounding
  • Low Energy And Weakness
  • Muscle Pain
  • Muscle Spasm
  • Muscle Tremors
  • Taste Impairment
  • The Inability To Control A Bowel Movement
  • Visible Water Retention
  • Weight Gain

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