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    Potassium Chloride Ampoule 25Ml 1S

    Rs. 32.78

    Rs. 34.50

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    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.

    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.

    PRECAUTIONS

    Precaution

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

    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.

    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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