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Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Potmeg 1.5gm Sugar Free 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 Potmeg 1.5gm Sugar Free Oral Solution may cause side effects, such as diarrhoea, abdominal pain/discomfort, flatulence, nausea, and vomiting.

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Megma Healthcare Pvt Ltd

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Jan-27

About Potmeg 1.5gm Sugar Free Oral Solution

Potmeg 1.5gm Sugar Free 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.
 
Potmeg 1.5gm Sugar Free Oral Solution contains ‘Potassium chloride’, which works by replenishing the potassium, thereby treating hypokalaemia.
 
Potmeg 1.5gm Sugar Free 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 Potmeg 1.5gm Sugar Free 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 Potmeg 1.5gm Sugar Free Oral Solution

Potmeg 1.5gm Sugar Free Oral Solution is used in the treatment of hypokalaemia (low potassium)

Directions for Use

Take Potmeg 1.5gm Sugar Free 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

Potmeg 1.5gm Sugar Free 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. Potmeg 1.5gm Sugar Free Oral Solution contains ‘Potassium chloride’, which works by replenishing the potassium, thereby treating hypokalaemia.

How Potmeg 1.5gm Sugar Free Oral Solution Works

Potmeg 1.5gm Sugar Free 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 Potmeg 1.5gm Sugar Free Oral Solution

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

What if I have taken an overdose of Potmeg 1.5gm Sugar Free Oral Solution

Please do not exceed the recommended dose, as it might cause an overdose. Signs and symptoms of an overdose of Potmeg 1.5gm Sugar Free 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 Potmeg 1.5gm Sugar Free 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 chlorideDarifenacin
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Potassium chlorideMepenzolate
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Potassium chlorideDarifenacin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potmeg 1.5 gm Sugar Free Oral Solution 200 ml:
Taking Darifenacin with Potmeg 1.5 gm Sugar Free Oral Solution 200 ml(oral capsule or tablet) can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Darifenacin with Potmeg 1.5 gm Sugar Free Oral Solution 200 ml(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 chlorideMepenzolate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potmeg 1.5 gm Sugar Free Oral Solution 200 ml:
Taking Mepenzolate and Potmeg 1.5 gm Sugar Free 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 Mepenzolate with Potmeg 1.5 gm Sugar Free 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 chlorideOxybutynin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potmeg 1.5 gm Sugar Free Oral Solution 200 ml:
Coadministration of Oxybutynin with Potmeg 1.5 gm Sugar Free Oral Solution 200 ml can increase the risk of developing stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Oxybutynin with Potmeg 1.5 gm Sugar Free 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 chlorideDicyclomine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potmeg 1.5 gm Sugar Free Oral Solution 200 ml:
Co-administration of Dicyclomine with Potmeg 1.5 gm Sugar Free Oral Solution 200 ml can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dicyclomine with Potmeg 1.5 gm Sugar Free 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 the medication without consulting a doctor.
Potassium chlorideCyproheptadine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potmeg 1.5 gm Sugar Free Oral Solution 200 ml:
Taking Cyproheptadine with Potmeg 1.5 gm Sugar Free Oral Solution 200 ml can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cyproheptadine with Potmeg 1.5 gm Sugar Free 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. Do not stop any medication without talking to a doctor.
Potassium chlorideclidinium bromide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potmeg 1.5 gm Sugar Free Oral Solution 200 ml:
Taking Potmeg 1.5 gm Sugar Free Oral Solution 200 ml 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 Potmeg 1.5 gm Sugar Free Oral Solution 200 ml 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 chlorideOrphenadrine (citrate)
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potmeg 1.5 gm Sugar Free Oral Solution 200 ml:
Combining Orphenadrine with Potmeg 1.5 gm Sugar Free Oral Solution 200 ml can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Orphenadrine (citrate) with Potmeg 1.5 gm Sugar Free 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.
Potassium chlorideSolifenacin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potmeg 1.5 gm Sugar Free Oral Solution 200 ml:
Taking Solifenacin and Potmeg 1.5 gm Sugar Free Oral Solution 200 ml together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and stomach injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Solifenacin with Potmeg 1.5 gm Sugar Free 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 Potmeg 1.5 gm Sugar Free Oral Solution 200 ml:
Taking Trospium with Potmeg 1.5 gm Sugar Free Oral Solution 200 ml can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Trospium with Potmeg 1.5 gm Sugar Free 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 chlorideDexchlorpheniramine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Potmeg 1.5 gm Sugar Free Oral Solution 200 ml:
Taking Dexchlorpheniramine and Potmeg 1.5 gm Sugar Free Oral Solution 200 ml can increase the risk of stomach inflammation.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dexchlorpheniramine with Potmeg 1.5 gm Sugar Free 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.

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. 

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Alcohol

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It is unknown if alcohol interacts with Potmeg 1.5gm Sugar Free Oral Solution . Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

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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

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Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will decide whether breastfeeding women can take Potmeg 1.5gm Sugar Free Oral Solution or not.

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Driving

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It is not known if Potmeg 1.5gm Sugar Free Oral Solution alters your ability to drive. Drive or handle machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

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

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Kidney

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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 Potmeg 1.5gm Sugar Free Oral Solution depending on the age and body weight of your child.

FAQs

Potmeg 1.5gm Sugar Free Oral Solution is used to treat hypokalaemia (low potassium).
Potmeg 1.5gm Sugar Free 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 Potmeg 1.5gm Sugar Free Oral Solution , as it may lead to high potassium levels.
To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Potmeg 1.5gm Sugar Free 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 Potmeg 1.5gm Sugar Free Oral Solution .

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

No. 1065, Street No. 1, Haripur, Sector - 4,, Panchkula, 160022.
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