10 Side Effects of Antacids
Side Effect #6: Nausea
Nausea refers to an unpleasant sensation where there is discomfort and an involuntary urge to vomit. While there may not be any pain, prolonged nausea can be debilitating as it places discomfort on the back of the throat, chest, and upper abdomen. Like pain, nausea is one of nature’s way of teaching the person to avoid potentially harmful triggers.
It is a nonspecific and common symptom that can be seen in various causes such as motion sickness, hypoglycemia, dizziness, migraines, gastroenteritis, and food poisoning. It has also been reported as a potential side effect of antacids. Management of nausea usually involves the use of antiemetics such as ondansetron, metoclopramide, and promethazine.
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