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About Potassium Chloride 10ml

Potassium Chloride 10ml belongs to the group of medicines called electrolyte replacement solutions indicated in the treatment of potassium deficiency when oral treatment is not feasible or dietary measures are inadequate.

Potassium Chloride 10ml contains ‘Potassium chloride’, which works by replenishing the potassium, thereby treating hypokalaemia/potassium deficiency. 

In some cases, Potassium Chloride 10ml may cause side effects such as pain at the site of injection, nausea, muscle weakness, and tingling sensation. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Let your doctor know if you are allergic to Potassium Chloride 10ml. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Uses of Potassium Chloride 10ml

Hypokalaemia (low potassium)

Directions for Use

Potassium Chloride 10ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Medicinal Benefits

Potassium Chloride 10ml belongs to the group of medicines called electrolyte replacement solutions indicated in the treatment of potassium deficiency when oral treatment is not feasible or dietary measures are inadequate. Potassium Chloride 10ml contains ‘Potassium chloride’, which works by replenishing the potassium, thereby treating hypokalaemia/potassium deficiency. 

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Potassium Chloride 10ml

  • Pain at the site of injection
  • Nausea
  • Muscle weakness
  • Tingling sensation

Drug Warnings

Do not take Potassium Chloride 10ml if you are allergic to any of its components, if you have hyperkalaemia (high potassium levels), impaired kidney function, Addison’s disease (hormonal disorder), if you are very dehydrated, have heat cramps, or hyperchloraemia (electrolyte disturbance in which there is an abnormally elevated level of the chloride ion in the blood). Inform your doctor if you have heart disease or have had a severe injury such as a burn. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. 

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Potassium chlorideDisopyramide
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Potassium chlorideClemastine
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Potassium chlorideDisopyramide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potassium Chloride 10ml 10ml:
Taking Disopyramide and Potassium Chloride 10ml together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Potassium Chloride 10ml and Disopyramide is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Potassium chlorideClemastine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potassium Chloride 10ml 10ml:
Taking Clemastine and Potassium Chloride 10ml(in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and other gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Clemastine with Potassium Chloride 10ml is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately.
Potassium chlorideTolterodine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potassium Chloride 10ml 10ml:
Taking Tolterodine and Potassium Chloride 10ml together can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Tolterodine and Potassium Chloride 10ml, they can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you develop severe abdominal pain, bloating, sudden dizziness or lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), or less desire to eat. Do not discontinue medications without consulting a doctor.
Potassium chlorideOxybutynin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potassium Chloride 10ml 10ml:
Coadministration of Oxybutynin with Potassium Chloride 10ml can increase the risk of developing stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Oxybutynin with Potassium Chloride 10ml is generally avoided as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken when a doctor has prescribed it. Consult the doctor immediately if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, lightheadedness, dizziness, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark stools. Do not discontinue any medication without contacting a doctor.
Potassium chlorideProcyclidine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potassium Chloride 10ml 10ml:
Taking Procyclidine and Potassium Chloride 10ml together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Procyclidine with Potassium Chloride 10ml is not recommended, but it can be taken together if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Potassium chlorideSolifenacin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potassium Chloride 10ml 10ml:
Taking Solifenacin and Potassium Chloride 10ml together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and stomach injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Solifenacin with Potassium Chloride 10ml is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Potassium chlorideEplerenone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potassium Chloride 10ml 10ml:
Using Eplerenone together with Potassium Chloride 10ml may significantly increase potassium levels in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Potassium Chloride 10ml with eplerenone is not recommended. You can take these medicines if prescribed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, disorientation, tingling in your hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in your legs, a weak pulse, or an irregular heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. It is essential to maintain proper fluid intake while taking these medications. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Potassium chlorideMepenzolate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potassium Chloride 10ml 10ml:
Taking Mepenzolate and Potassium Chloride 10ml(in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and other gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Mepenzolate with Potassium Chloride 10ml is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately.
Potassium chlorideDicyclomine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potassium Chloride 10ml 10ml:
Co-administration of Dicyclomine with Potassium Chloride 10ml can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dicyclomine with Potassium Chloride 10ml is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
Potassium chlorideCyproheptadine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potassium Chloride 10ml 10ml:
Taking Cyproheptadine with Potassium Chloride 10ml can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cyproheptadine with Potassium Chloride 10ml is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop any medication without talking to a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Follow a well-balanced diet.
  • Exercising regularly helps in improving overall health. 
  • Rest well, and get plenty of sleep.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Try meditation or yoga, as they can help lower stress.
  • Avoid processed and fried food. 

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ELECTROLYTES

Potassium Chloride 10ml Substitute

Substitutes safety advice
  • Potassium Chloride Injection 10ml

    by Others

    2.39per tablet
  • Potcl 150 mg Injection 10 ml

    by Others

    2.39per tablet

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • AMILORIDE
  • SPIRONOLACTONE
  • TRIAMTERENE
  • ALISKIREN
  • CICLOSPORIN
  • TACROLIMUS

Special Advise

  • Continuous monitoring of Electrocardiogram (ECG) is advised. 
  • Urine flow, serum electrolyte levels, and acid-base status should be monitored.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Hypokalaemia (low potassium): It is a condition in which the serum concentration of potassium is below normal. Inadequate dietary intake of potassium, chronic kidney disease, use of medication (such as diuretics or antibiotics), and loss of gastrointestinal fluids through diarrhoea, vomiting or laxative use could be the causes of hypokalaemia. Symptoms include weakness, muscle pain, constipation, palpitations, or numbness.

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