Side Effects of TriLyte

Although most people are able to take it without any problems, TriLyte® (polyethylene glycol electrolyte solution) does have the potential to cause side effects.
 
In clinical studies, commonly reported side effects of TriLyte (occurring in up to 50 percent of people) included:
 
  • Nausea
  • A feeling of abdominal fullness (stomach fullness)
  • Stomach bloating.
     
Serious side effects are also possible, but they are not as common. They include:
 
  • Unusual or excessive cramps, bloating, abdominal pain, or diarrhea
  • Vomiting bright red blood
  • Pain in the esophagus or difficulty swallowing
  • Signs of an allergic reaction.
     
(For more information, click TriLyte Side Effects. This article talks in more detail about the reactions that can occur, explaining how long they typically last and when to seek medical attention.)
 
Written by/reviewed by: Susan Lakey, PharmD, MPH
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD