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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 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. It contains ‘Potassium chloride’, which works by replenishing the potassium, thereby treating hypokalaemia. Common side effects if Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution may cause side effects, such as diarrhoea, abdominal pain/discomfort, flatulence, nausea, and vomiting.

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About Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution

Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 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.
 
Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution contains ‘Potassium chloride’, which works by replenishing the potassium, thereby treating hypokalaemia.
 
Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 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 Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 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 Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution

Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution is used in the treatment of hypokalaemia (low potassium)

Directions for Use

Take Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 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

Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 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. Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution contains ‘Potassium chloride’, which works by replenishing the potassium, thereby treating hypokalaemia.

How Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution Works

Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 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 Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution

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

What if I have taken an overdose of Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution

Please do not exceed the recommended dose, as it might cause an overdose. Signs and symptoms of an overdose of Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution may include irregular heartbeats, chest pain, or muscle weakness. Seek immediate medical attention if you observe any symptoms or think you have taken too much. Do this even if there are no signs of discomfort or poisoning.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 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 chlorideOxybutynin
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Potassium chloridePhenindamine
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Potassium chlorideOxybutynin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 200 ml:
Coadministration of Oxybutynin with Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 200 ml can increase the risk of developing stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Oxybutynin with Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 200 ml 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 chloridePhenindamine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 200 ml:
Taking Phenindamine and Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 200 ml (in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and other gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Phenindamine with Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 200 ml 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 chlorideSolifenacin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 200 ml:
Taking Solifenacin and Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 200 ml together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and stomach injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Solifenacin with Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 200 ml 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 chlorideTrospium
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 200 ml:
Taking Trospium with Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 200 ml can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Trospium with Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 200 ml 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 chlorideEplerenone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 200 ml:
Using Eplerenone together with Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 200 ml may significantly increase potassium levels in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 200 ml 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 chlorideDiphenhydramine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 200 ml:
Taking Diphenhydramine with Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 200 ml can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Diphenhydramine with Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 200 ml is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, but 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, or dark, tarry stools, contact your doctor. Do not stop taking any medication without consulting your doctor.
Potassium chlorideGlycopyrrolate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 200 ml:
Taking Glycopyrrolate with Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 200 ml can increase the risk or severity of ulcers, bleeding, and other gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Glycopyrrolate with Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 200 ml together is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness or lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), loss of appetite, and/or black, tarry stools, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Potassium chlorideChlorpheniramine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 200 ml:
Taking Chlorpheniramine and Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 200 ml (in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Chlorpheniramine with Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 200 ml it not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience any symptoms such as severe stomach pain, bloating, lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Potassium chlorideDexchlorpheniramine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 200 ml:
Taking Dexchlorpheniramine and Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 200 ml can increase the risk of stomach inflammation.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dexchlorpheniramine with Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 200 ml (in tablet or capsule form) is avoided 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, lightheadedness, vomiting, or dark stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
Potassium chlorideClemastine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 200 ml:
Taking Clemastine and Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 200 ml(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 Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 200 ml 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.

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

ELECTROLYTES

Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution Substitute

Substitutes safety advice
  • Keylyte Sugar Free Mixed Fruit Oral Solution 200 ml

    0.29per tablet
  • Potmeg 1.5 gm Sugar Free Oral Solution 200 ml

    0.30per tablet
  • Kesol 1.5gm Injection 10 ml

    2.39per tablet
  • Potplus Syrup 200 ml

    0.46per tablet
  • Potassium Chloride 1.5 gm Injection 10 ml

    2.39per tablet
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Alcohol

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It is unknown if alcohol interacts with Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution . Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will decide whether breastfeeding women can take Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution or not.

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Driving

Consult your doctor

It is not known if Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution alters your ability to drive. Drive or handle machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose of Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution depending on the age and body weight of your child.

FAQs

Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution is used to treat hypokalaemia (low potassium).
Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 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 Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution , as it may lead to high potassium levels.
To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution 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 Potklor Cherry SF Oral Solution .

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

A 22, Near, Asaf Ali Rd, Kamla Market, New Delhi, Delhi 110002
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