Leaflet CLORURA DE POTASIU 7.45% BP concentrate for solution for infusion

Product code: W03840005 Quantity: 1

Indicated for: mineral deficiency; mineral supplementation

Route of administration: infusion

Substance: potassium chloride (mineral)

ATC: B05XA01 (Blood and blood forming organs | I.v. solution additives | Electrolyte solutions)

Precautions:
Avoid milk, calcium, iron, or antacids
Avoid milk, calcium, iron, or antacids

Do not take with milk, calcium, iron, magnesium, or antacids if separation is recommended.

Potassium chloride is used for the treatment and prevention of hypokalemia, a condition characterized by low potassium levels in the blood. It helps maintain normal muscle, nerve, and heart function.

The medication is administered orally or intravenously, as directed by a doctor. It is important to monitor blood potassium levels to avoid hyperkalemia.

Side effects may include nausea, vomiting, abdominal discomfort, or injection site irritation. In rare cases, hyperkalemia or cardiac arrhythmias may occur.

Potassium chloride is not recommended for patients with hyperkalemia, severe renal impairment, or hypersensitivity to this medication.

General data about CLORURA DE POTASIU 7.45% BP

  • Substance: potassium chloride
  • Date of latest medicines list: 01-07-2013
  • Product code: W03840005
  • Concentration: 7.45%
  • Pharmaceutical form: concentrate for solution for infusion
  • Quantity: 1
  • Product type: Generic medicine
  • Prescription status: P-RF - Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is retained by the pharmacy and cannot be renewed.

Concentrations available for potassium chloride

  • 149mg/ml
  • 150mg/ml
  • 7.45%
  • 74.56mg/ml

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