Hypokalemia, hypomagnesaemia, nausea or vomiting are side effects commonly seen when polystyrene resins are used. Cases of colonic necrosis have been reported, particularly when sodium polystyrene sulfonate was used in combination with the laxative sorbitol. Additionally, electrolyte disturbances, systemic alkalosis or gastric irritation may occur. Furthermore, anorexia, nausea, vomiting or constipation as well as diarrhea have been recorded if high doses were applied.
Potassium binder
Phosphate binder
Mercurial diuretic
Salt substitute
Diuretic
Antidiuretic
Caloric restriction mimetic
Calcium channel blocker