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Potassium Chloride Ampoule 25Ml

Rs. 32.78

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Potassium Chloride Specification

Requires Prescription (YES/NO)

Yes

Generics

Potassium Chloride

Used For

Fluids & Electrolytes

How it works

Potassium ion is the principal intracellular cation of most body tissues. Potassium ions participate in a number of essential physiological processes including the maintenance of intracellular tonicity, the transmission of nerve impulses, the contraction of cardiac, skeletal and smooth muscle, and the maintenance of normal renal function.

Potassium Chloride Usage And Safety

Dosage

Potassium Chloride

Side Effects

The most common adverse reactions to oral potassium salts are nausea, vomiting, flatulence, abdominal pain/discomfort, and diarrhea.

Drug Interactions

Potassium-sparing diuretic, e.g., spironolactone, triamterene, or amiloride ; Angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors (e.g., captopril, enalapril).

Indication

Potassium depletion especially during diuretic therapy. Edema associated with congestive heart failure, hepatic and renal disease where potassium supplement is required.

When not to Use

It is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to any ingredient in this product.

Potassium Chloride Precautions

Precaution

In patients with impaired mechanisms for excreting potassium, the administration of potassium salts can produce hyperkalemia and cardiac arrest.

Potassium Chloride Warnings

Warning 1

Safety and effectiveness in children have not been established.

Warning 2

Take each dose without crushing, chewing or sucking the tablets .

Warning 3

Take this medicine following the frequency and amount prescribed by the physician. This is especially important if the patient is also taking diuretics and/or digitalis preparations.

Potassium Chloride Additional Information

Pregnancy category

Always consult your physician before using any medicine.

Storage (YES/NO)

Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.

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