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

In some cases, Potassium Chloride 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. 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.

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

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

Do not take Potassium Chloride 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: Inform your doctor if you are taking diuretics (amiloride, spironolactone, triamterene), other medicines containing potassium, ACE inhibitors, angiotensin II antagonists, anti-hypertensives (aliskiren), immunosuppressants (ciclosporin, tacrolimus), infusion to treat dehydration (glucose infusion).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interaction found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor 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).

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

• 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.

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

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.