Centrum Silver Side Effects
Centrum Silver is a brand of multivitamins designed as a nutritional supplement for adults aged 50 and older. According to Centrum's website, the multivitamin helps promote heart health and bone health, and it prevents eyesight deterioration in senior citizens. Side effects may occur when a person experiences a negative reaction to one of the vitamins or minerals present in Centrum Silver.
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Allergic Reaction
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The most common serious side effect reported when taking Centrum Silver is an allergic reaction to one or more of the vitamins and minerals present in the multivitamin's formula. Signs of allergic reactions include hives or rash, difficulty breathing, and swelling of the lips, face, tongue or throat.
Headache and Upset Stomach
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Some Centrum Silver users complain of a headache or experience a mild upset stomach.
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Flushing or Burning Sensation in the Skin
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This feeling is akin to suffering from a minor sunburn and should go away within hours of taking Centrum Silver.
Unpleasant Taste in the Mouth
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Ingesting Centrum Silver may result in a temporary unpleasant taste in the mouth.
Warnings
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According to WebMD, anyone suffering from a severe allergic reaction should go to an emergency room immediately or face the risk of anaphylactic shock. Mild side effects generally only require medical treatment if they persist or worsen.
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