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Potassium supplements - oral

(poh-tass-ee-um)

K Vescent Usage: it medication is used to prevent or treat low potassium blood levels caused by 'water pills' (diuretics) or poor diet.

How to use K Vescent: To prevent stomach upset, take each dose with food or immediately after meal. Sustained-release capsules & tablets must be swallowed whole. don't crush or chew them as side effects may be increased. Take meds or capsules with a full glass (8 oz or 240 ml) of water, unless your healthcare professional directs you otherwise. do not lie down for 30 minutes after taking the tablet or capsule. the liquid & powder forms must be diluted in a full glass of cold water or juice before taking. Drink slowly.

K Vescent side effects: can cause diarrhea, stomach upset, nausea or vomiting 1'st few days as you're body adjusts to medicine. Inform you're pharmacist if you develop: breathing difficulties, chest pain, irregular heartbeat, confusion, tingling of hands or feet, muscle weakness. If using potassium meds or capsules, notify your healthcare professional if next effects occur: stomach pain, black stools. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your healthcare professional or doctor.

K Vescent Precautions: Be sure your doctor knows your complete medical history especially of: kidney problems, heart disease, problems with digestion, any allergies. it medication should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. Potassium supplements are not known to appear in breast milk. Consult you're doctor before breast-feeding.

K Vescent tablet interactions: Inform your doctor about all medicines you use (both prescription and nonprescription) especially if you take: 'water pills' (diuretics such as furosemide or amiloride), ACE inhibitors (e.g., lisinopril), digoxin, salt substitutes containing potassium. do not start or stop any medicine without pharmacist or doctor approval.

K Vescent Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms about overdose may include irregular heartbeat, blood in stools, and muscle weakness.

K Vescent special notes: Foods high in potassium include: bananas, citrus fruits, watermelon, cantaloupe, raisins, dates, prunes, avocados, apricots, beans, broccoli, brussels sprouts, spinach, potatoes, yams, lentils, fish, chicken, turkey, ham, beef, & milk.

If you missed K Vescent dose: If you miss dose, take as soon as remembered, if you should remember within 2 hours. If you do not remember until later, skip the missed dose & resume youre usual schedule. don't 'double-up' the dose to catch up.

K Vescent Storage: Store at room temperature away from moisture and sunlight. do not store in the bathroom. do not freeze liquid forms.

Active Ingredients : Potassium Supplements