K-Lyte Dosage & Drug Information

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Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

KCl

Indications/Uses

Drug-induced hypokalemia, liver cirrhosis, nausea, vomiting, cholera, diarrhea, muscular weakness, paralysis, cardiac & CHF, diabetic ketoacidosis, ulcerative colitis, weakness, anorexia, drowsiness, Cushing's syndrome, pyloric stenosis, low BP.

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Dosage/Direction for Use

Adult Severe deficiencies 3-6 tab daily in divided doses.

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Administration

Should be taken with food.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to K salts. Concomitant use w/ K-sparing diuretics (eg, spironolactone, triamterene).

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Special Precautions

Careful attention to acid-base balance & monitor serum electrolytes, ECG & clinical status during treatment particularly in presence of cardiac disease, renal disease or acidosis.

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Adverse Reactions

Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain & diarrhea; hyperkalemia.

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Drug Interactions

Hyperkalemia w/ K-retaining diuretics; ACE inhibitors (during heart failure therapy). Increased risk of hyperkalemia w/ β-adrenoceptor blockers.

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Storage

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Description

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MIMS Class

Electrolytes

ATC Classification

A12BA01 - potassium chloride ; Belongs to the class of potassium-containing preparations. Used as dietary supplements.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

K-Lyte tab 600 mg

Packing/Price

100's (P1,550/box)

K-Lyte

potassium chloride

Manufacturer:

ACME

Distributor:

Stada

Marketer:

Euro Generics