Kayexalate Oral

In Depth

Generic Name: SODIUM POLYSTYRENE SULFONATE - POWDER
Pronounced: (SO-dee-um pah-lee-STYE-reen SULL-fon-ate)

Kayexalate Oral Side Effects

Nausea, stomach pain, loss of appetite, constipation or diarrhea may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Unlikely but report promptly:

swelling
muscle cramps
dizziness
mental or mood changes

Very unlikely but report promptly:

fast/slow/irregular pulse
muscle weakness
muscle spasm

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Kayexalate Oral Medical Alert

Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).