K-Down Sachet 15.3 gm

K-Down Sachet 15.3 gm is used to treat something called 'hyperkalaemia'. It is used in patients with kidney problems and on dialysis. Hyperkalaemia (High Potassium) is a medical problem where you have too much potassium in your blood. Your body needs potassium. It is a key vitamin that may be found in various foods. Potassium aids in the proper functioning of your nerves and muscles, including your heart. Unfortunately, having too much potassium in your blood might be dangerous. It has the potential to cause major cardiac issues.

K-Down Sachet 15.3 gm contains calcium polystyrene sulphonate, which is administered to decrease potassium's blood levels in the body, reducing the risk of 'hyperkalaemia' due to high potassium levels. It works by eliminating excess potassium from your system in order to restore your levels to normal.

K-Down Sachet 15.3 gm is administered by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer this medicine on your own. You should complete the course of the treatment as per the doctor's advice based on blood test results. In some cases, you may experience hypokalaemia and hypocalcaemia, muscle cramps, tiredness, muscle weakness, cramps, or a change in heart rate. Most of these side effects of K-Down Sachet 15.3 gm do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to K-Down Sachet 15.3 gm or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or plan to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using this medicine. The dose is also worked out for children according to how much the child weighs. Children and babies must be given a suitable dose. Children and newborns may experience severe constipation if too much is given. While you are taking this medicine, your doctor may perform routine blood tests on you. This is done to determine the quantities of salts in your blood, such as potassium, sodium, calcium, and magnesium.

K-Down Sachet 15.3 gm belongs to a group of medicines called 'ion exchange resins.' It contains calcium polystyrene sulphonate, which is administered to decrease potassium's blood levels in the body, thereby reducing the risk of 'hyperkalaemia' due to high potassium levels. It works by eliminating excess potassium from your system to restore your levels to normal.

• Hypokalaemia
• Hypocalcaemia
• Muscle cramps
• Feeling tired
• Confused
• Having muscle weakness
• Cramps or a change in heart rate
• Feeling sick
• Being sick
• Constipation or diarrhoea
• Stomach upset
• Pain in your gut
• Loss of appetite

If you are allergic to K-Down Sachet 15.3 gm or any other medicines, please inform your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or plan to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using this medicine. The dose is also worked out for children according to how much the child weighs. Children and babies must be given a suitable dose. Children and newborns may experience severe constipation if too much is given. While taking this medicine, your doctor may perform routine blood tests on you. This is done to determine the quantities of salts in your blood, such as potassium, sodium, calcium, and magnesium. Before taking K-Down Sachet 15.3 gm, inform your doctor about your medical history and all medications you are currently taking in order to rule out any potential side effects.

Drug-Drug Interactions: K-Down Sachet 15.3 gm may interact with medicines used to treat Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (e.g. pantoprazole, esomeprazole) and a mineral supplement (e.g. zinc sulfate).

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid the consumption of alcohol while taking K-Down Sachet 15.3 gm.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have hypokalemia (refers to a lower than normal potassium level in your bloodstream), sodium load (rise in serum sodium concentration), and obstructive bowel disease (A gastrointestinal condition in which digested material is prevented from passing normally through the bowel).

• PANTOPRAZOLE
• ESOMEPRAZOLE
• ZINC SULFATE

While using this medication, your doctor may perform routine blood tests. This determines the levels of salts in your blood, such as potassium, sodium, calcium, and magnesium.

Hyperkalaemia: Hyperkalaemia (High Potassium) is a medical condition in which your blood contains too much potassium. Your body requires potassium, a vital nutrient found in various foods. Potassium aids the proper functioning of your nerves and muscles, including your heart. Moreover, having too much potassium in your blood might be dangerous. It has the potential to cause major heart problems.