Effervescent Potassium Supplement Tablets – Oral
Medication Uses
USES: This mineral supplement prevents or treats low levels of potassium in the blood. Potassium is essential for proper cell, nerve, heart, muscle, and kidney function. While a balanced diet usually provides enough potassium, certain situations, such as treatment with diuretics, poor diet, or certain medical conditions, can cause potassium loss. Taking this medication helps replace lost potassium.
How to Use
HOW TO USE: Follow your doctor’s instructions. Take this medication orally 1 to 4 times per day. Dissolve the prescribed number of tablets in at least 4 ounces of cold water or juice per tablet. Ensure complete dissolution before slowly sipping the mixture over 5 to 10 minutes. Take each dose with a meal to prevent stomach upset. Mix your prescribed dose in a full glass (4-8 ounces) of cold water or juice before taking, unless otherwise directed by your doctor. Do not take on an empty stomach. If you experience stomach upset, dividing your dose or increasing the amount of liquid may help. Consult your pharmacist for assistance. Do not exceed 25 milliequivalents in a single dose. Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Take this medication regularly at the same time(s) each day. Do not exceed the prescribed dose or frequency. Inform your doctor if symptoms of low potassium levels persist or worsen.
Side Effects
SIDE EFFECTS: Possible side effects include nausea, vomiting, gas, abdominal pain, discomfort, and diarrhea. Refer to the "How to Use" section for ways to reduce stomach upset. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist. Serious but rare side effects include stomach or intestinal problems such as bleeding, as well as high potassium levels in the blood. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience black or bloody stools, vomit resembling coffee grounds, fainting, severe stomach or abdominal pain, muscle cramps or weakness, severe dizziness, confusion, tingling in hands or feet, slow or irregular heartbeat, or unusually cold skin. While rare, a serious allergic reaction is possible. Seek immediate medical attention if you develop a rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, or trouble breathing. This is not a complete list of possible side effects.
Precautions
PRECAUTIONS: Before taking this medication, inform your doctor or pharmacist of any allergies or if you have a high level of potassium in the blood. Provide your medical history, especially if you have heart problems, certain muscle problems, kidney problems, dehydration, severe tissue damage, stomach or intestinal ulcers, metabolic problems, or an adrenal gland problem. Older adults may be more sensitive to the effects of this drug. Consult your doctor before using this medication during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Drug Interactions
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking potassium supplements if you are on other medications or products that increase potassium levels. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully and continue using other medications as directed. Keep all medical appointments to monitor your potassium levels. Consult your doctor if you are taking ACE inhibitors, ARBs, drospirenone, eplerenone, potassium-sparing diuretics, or other products that contain potassium.
Overdose
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include muscle cramps, weakness, severe dizziness, confusion, tingling in hands or feet, slow or irregular heartbeat, unusually cold skin, or heart attack.
QUESTION
Notes
NOTES: Do not share this medication with others. Regular blood and kidney function tests should be conducted to monitor progress and check for side effects. Consult your doctor for more details. Maintain a balanced diet and discuss your potassium intake with your doctor. Foods rich 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, and milk. Do not double the dose to make up for a missed dose. Store at room temperature away from light and moisture. Different brands may have specific storage requirements, so consult your pharmacist. Keep the effervescent tablets in their aluminum packets until use. Do not store in the bathroom. Properly discard this product when expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company for instructions.
