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Mediart Life Sciences Pvt Ltd

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About Potride 750 mg Tablet

Potride 750 mg Tablet is indicated in the prevention and treatment of hypokalaemia (low potassium) with or without metabolic acidosis (build-up of acid in the blood), in familial periodic paralysis (inherited neurological disorder) and digitalis intoxication.
 
Potride 750 mg Tablet contains ‘Potassium chloride’, which works by replenishing the potassium, thereby treating hypokalaemia.
 
Potride 750 mg Tablet can cause some side effects, such as diarrhoea, abdominal pain/discomfort, flatulence, nausea, and vomiting. 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.
 
Avoid concomitant use of potassium-sparing diuretics (e.g., spironolactone, triamterene or amiloride) with Potride 750 mg Tablet as it may cause hyperkalaemia (high potassium levels). Consult a doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Uses of Potride 750 mg Tablet

Hypokalaemia (low potassium)

Directions for Use

Take Potride 750 mg Tablet with meals or immediately after eating.Oral solution: Check the label for directions and use it as advised by the doctor. It should always be taken after diluting in a glass of water.Tablet: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Potride 750 mg Tablet is indicated in the prophylaxis and treatment of hypokalaemia (low potassium) in familial periodic paralysis (inherited neurological disorder), digitalis intoxication, with or without metabolic acidosis (build-up of acid in the blood), in patients for whom diuretic dose reduction or dietary management with potassium-rich foods are insufficient. Potride 750 mg Tablet contains ‘Potassium chloride’, which works by replenishing the potassium, thereby treating hypokalaemia.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Potride 750 mg Tablet

  • Abdominal pain/discomfort
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Flatulence

Drug Warnings

Do not take Potride 750 mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform your doctor if you have hyperkalaemia (high potassium levels), kidney disease, liver cirrhosis, adrenal gland disorder, severe burn, severe dehydration, diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, stomach or intestinal bleeding, blockage in stomach or intestine, chronic diarrhoea or if you are taking potassium-sparing diuretics. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. 

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Potassium chlorideclidinium bromide
Critical
Potassium chlorideOxybutynin
Critical

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Potassium chlorideclidinium bromide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potride 750 mg Tablet:
Taking Potride 750 mg Tablet with clidinium bromide may increase the risk of irritant effects of potassium on your stomach and upper intestine.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Potride 750 mg Tablet with clidinium bromide is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience symptoms such as severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden dizziness or lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, black, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Potassium chlorideOxybutynin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potride 750 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Oxybutynin with Potride 750 mg Tablet can increase the risk of developing stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Oxybutynin with Potride 750 mg Tablet 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 chlorideMepenzolate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potride 750 mg Tablet:
Taking Mepenzolate and Potride 750 mg Tablet(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 Potride 750 mg Tablet 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 chlorideTrospium
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potride 750 mg Tablet:
Taking Trospium with Potride 750 mg Tablet can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Trospium with Potride 750 mg Tablet is not recommended as it may lead to an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by the 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 chlorideDarifenacin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potride 750 mg Tablet:
Taking Darifenacin with Potride 750 mg Tablet(oral capsule or tablet) can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Darifenacin with Potride 750 mg Tablet(oral capsule or tablet) is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, it 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 taking any medications without doctor's advise.
Potassium chlorideCyproheptadine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potride 750 mg Tablet:
Taking Cyproheptadine with Potride 750 mg Tablet can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cyproheptadine with Potride 750 mg Tablet 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.
Potassium chlorideSolifenacin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potride 750 mg Tablet:
Taking Solifenacin and Potride 750 mg Tablet together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and stomach injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Solifenacin with Potride 750 mg Tablet 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 chloridePropantheline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potride 750 mg Tablet:
Taking Propantheline with Potride 750 mg Tablet can increase the chance of developing stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Propantheline with Potride 750 mg Tablet is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, 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 chlorideMeclizine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potride 750 mg Tablet:
Taking Meclizine and Potride 750 mg Tablet (oral form) together can increase the potassium levels in blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Meclizine with Potride 750 mg Tablet 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 chlorideProcyclidine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potride 750 mg Tablet:
Taking Procyclidine and Potride 750 mg Tablet together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Procyclidine with Potride 750 mg Tablet 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.

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.
  • Meditation and yoga can help lower stress.
  • Avoid processed and fried food. 

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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FAQs

Potride 750 mg Tablet works by replenishing the potassium, thereby treating hypokalaemia.

Please consult your doctor before taking potassium supplements or products that contain potassium, salt substitutes or low-salt dietary products with Potride 750 mg Tablet , as it may lead to high potassium levels.

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Potride 750 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty whilst taking Potride 750 mg Tablet .

Special Advise

Your doctor may recommend regular blood tests and ECG monitoring to check heart rate.

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, tingling or numbness.

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