Composition
Tab: Potassium citrate 10 mEq; Wax matrix tab.
Indications & Dosage
Prevention and treatment of Potassium depletion especially during diuretic therapy: Adults: 20 mEq to 40 mEq daily in divided doses. Children: Not recommended.
Contraindications
Serum plasma-potassium concentration above 5mmol/litre, severe renal impairment, acute dehydration, conditions predisposing to hyperkalaemia, gastric obstruction or ulceration, extensive tissue damage, metabolic acidosis.
Precautions
Renal impairment, cardiac disease; monitor serum electrolytes, history of peptic ulcer, elderly, pregnancy, lactation.
Interactions
ACE inhibitors, angiotensin II receptor antagonists, cyclosporin, potassium sparing diuretics, tacrolimus.
Pregnancy
Caution advised
Lactation
Caution advised
Side Effects
GI upset, oesophageal or bowel obstruction, ulceration (discontinue).