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Slow K Tablets

Slow K Tablets

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 Composition:

  • **Active Ingredient:** Potassium Chloride
  • **Strength:** 600 mg per tablet
  • **Excipients:** May include but are not limited to:
  • Microcrystalline cellulose
  • Croscarmellose sodium
  • Magnesium stearate
  • Talc
  • Other inert ingredients as per formulation

#### Dosage:

  • **Recommended Dosage:**
  • The typical adult dosage for potassium chloride is 600 mg to 2400 mg per day, divided into multiple doses.
  • For specific conditions, the dosage may vary based on the physician's recommendation.
  • **Administration:**
  • Take the tablet with a full glass of water to minimize gastrointestinal irritation.
  • It is advisable to take the medication with food to enhance absorption and reduce the risk of gastrointestinal upset.

#### Indications:

  • **Hypokalemia:**
  • Potassium chloride is primarily indicated for the prevention and treatment of hypokalemia (low potassium levels in the blood) due to various causes, including diuretic therapy, gastrointestinal losses, or inadequate dietary intake.
  • **Management of Arrhythmias:**
  • It may be used in the management of certain types of arrhythmias associated with low potassium levels.
  • **Other Indications:**
  • Potassium chloride may also be indicated in patients receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN) to maintain adequate potassium levels.

#### Contraindications:

  • **Renal Impairment:**
  • Contraindicated in patients with severe renal impairment or conditions that predispose to hyperkalemia (high potassium levels).
  • **Addison's Disease:**
  • Should not be used in patients with Addison's disease or other conditions leading to hyperkalemia.

#### Precautions:

  • Monitor serum potassium levels regularly during treatment.
  • Use with caution in patients with cardiac disease or those on medications that may increase potassium levels.

#### Side Effects:

  • Common side effects may include gastrointestinal discomfort, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
  • Serious side effects can include hyperkalemia, which may lead to cardiac arrhythmias.

Always consult a healthcare professional for personalized medical advice and before starting any new medication.

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