Amitiza Side Effects to Report
Some side effects with
Amitiza, while occurring infrequently, are potentially serious and should be reported to your healthcare provider. These include but are not limited to:
- Severe or persistent diarrhea
- Signs of an allergic reaction, such as:
- A rash
- Hives
- Itching
- Unexplained swelling of the lips or mouth
- Wheezing or difficulty breathing
- Difficulty swallowing.
Final Thoughts on Amitiza Side Effects
You may experience some or none of the Amitiza side effects listed in this article. Unfortunately, there is no way for your healthcare provider to know beforehand if you will have side effects from a medicine that you have never tried. Therefore, make sure to let your healthcare provider know if you develop any side effects while taking the drug, or if you experience something that "just does not seem right." While it may not be a side effect of Amitiza, your healthcare provider will be able to diagnose and treat the problem.