Monovalent metal ions such as sodium and potassium ions in gastrointestinal fluid do not reduce the equilibrium swelling of polycarbophil, but divalent ions such as calcium and magnesium ions do. However, calcium ions only slightly reduce the equilibrium swelling under sodium-rich conditions. Adverse effects
Common side effects can include:
Mild stomach painBloating
GasSeek medical attention if:
severe stomach cramps
rectal bleeding
no bowel movement within 3 days after using polycarbophil

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== Further reading ==
A hydrocarbon keratosis (also known as "pitch keratosis", "tar keratosis", and "tar wart") is a precancerous keratotic skin lesion that occurs in people who have been occupationally exposed to polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. : 728 


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