Potassium chloride
Brand: Klor-Con
Key warning
Caution: high potassium can cause dangerous heart rhythm problems
Common side effects
- Nausea
- Stomach upset
- Diarrhea
- Elevated potassium
- Throat irritation
Key interactions & cautions
- ACE inhibitors raise potassium levels
- Potassium-sparing diuretics add to risk
- Avoid extra potassium salt substitutes
- Caution with certain blood-pressure drugs
Counseling points
- Take with food and a full glass of water
- Swallow tablets whole; do not crush
- Stay upright after taking
- Report irregular heartbeat or weakness
- Keep lab appointments to check potassium
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