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Potassium supplements - oral

(poh-tass-ee-um)

Simular Drugs : Klor Con, Klor Con 10, Klor Con 25, Klor Con 8, Klor Con Ef, Klor Con M10, Klor Con M15, Klor Con M20

Klor Con 8 Usage: it medication is used to prevent or treat low potassium blood levels caused by 'water pills' (diuretics) or poor diet.

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

Klor Con 8 side effects: can cause diarrhea, stomach upset, nausea or vomiting 1-st some days as your body adjusts to medicine. Inform your healthcare professional if you develop: breathing difficulties, chest pain, irregular heartbeat, confusion, tingling of the hands or feet, muscle weakness. If using potassium tablets or capsules, notify your doctor if following effects occur: stomach pain, black stools. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact you're physician or pharmacist.

Klor Con 8 Precautions: Be sure your pharmacist knows your complete medical history especially of: kidney problems, heart disease, problems with digestion, any allergies. this drug should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. Potassium supplements are not known to appear in breast milk. Consult your healthcare professional before breast-feeding.

Klor Con 8 drug interactions: Inform you're healthcare professional of 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 with-out pharmacist or pharmacist approval.

Klor Con 8 Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include irregular heartbeat, blood in stools, and muscle weakness.

Klor Con 8 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 Klor Con 8 dose: If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered, if you should remember within two hours. If you do not remember until later, skip the missed dose & resume your usual schedule. do not 'double-up' the dose to catch up.

Klor Con 8 Storage: Store at room temperature away from moisture & sunlight. do not store in the bathroom. don't freeze liquid forms.

Active Ingredients : Potassium Supplements