Potassium Chloride Solution

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For external use only

Do not use

on wounds or damaged skin.
if you are allergic to aspirin or salicylates.
with a heating pad.
with, or at the same times as, other external analgesic products.

Ask a doctor before use,

if you are allergic to any ingredients of this product.

When using this product

do not use otherwise than as directed.
avoid contact with the eyes, mucous membranes or rashes.
do not bandage tightly.

Stop use and ask a doctor if

rash, itching or excessive skin irritation develops.
conditions worsen.
symptoms persist for more than 7 days.
symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days.

Keep out of reach of children.

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Do not use

on wounds or damaged skin.
if you are allergic to aspirin or salicylates.
with a heating pad.
with, or at the same times as, other external analgesic products.

Ask a doctor before use,

if you are allergic to any ingredients of this product.

Stop use and ask a doctor if

rash, itching or excessive skin irritation develops.
conditions worsen.
symptoms persist for more than 7 days.
symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days.

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Uses

For temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with:

simple backache
arthritis
strains
bruises
sprains

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Potassium Chloride Solution Manufacturers

Qualitest Pharmaceuticals

Potassium Chloride Solution | Hisamitsu Pharmaceutical Co., Inc.

Adults and children 2 years of age and over:
Clean and dry affected area. Apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily for 7 days.
Children under 2 years of age:
Consult a doctor.

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Vistapharm Inc.

Potassium Chloride Solution | Vistapharm Inc.

2.1 Administration and Monitoring
Monitoring

Monitor serum potassium and adjust dosages accordingly. For treatment of hypokalemia, monitor potassium levels daily or more often depending on the severity of hypokalemia until they return to normal. Monitor potassium levels monthly to biannually for maintenance or prophylaxis.

The treatment of potassium depletion, particularly in the presence of cardiac disease, renal disease, or acidosis requires careful attention to acid-base balance, volume status, electrolytes, including magnesium, sodium, chloride, phosphate, and calcium, electrocardiograms and the clinical status of the patient. Correct volume status, acid-base balance and electrolyte deficits as appropriate.

Administration

Dilute the potassium chloride solution with at least 4 ounces of cold water [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].

Take with meals or immediately after eating.

If serum potassium concentration is <2.5 mEq/L, use intravenous potassium instead of oral supplementation.
2.2 Adult Dosing
Treatment of hypokalemia

Daily dose range from 40 to 100 mEq. Give in 2 to 5 divided doses: limit doses to 40 mEq per dose. The total daily dose should not exceed 200 mEq in a 24 hour period.

Maintenance or Prophylaxis

Typical dose is 20 mEq per day. Individualize dose based upon serum potassium levels.

Studies support the use of potassium replacement in digitalis toxicity. When alkalosis is present, normokalemia and hyperkalemia may obscure a total potassium deficit. The advisability of use of potassium replacement in the setting of hyperkalemia is uncertain.
2.3 Pediatric Dosing
Treatment of hypokalemia

Pediatric patients aged birth to 16 years old: The initial dose is 2 to 4 mEq/kg/day in divided doses; do not exceed as a single dose 1 mEq/kg or 40 mEq, whichever is lower; maximum daily doses should not exceed 100 mEq. If deficits are severe or ongoing losses are great, consider intravenous therapy.

Maintenance or Prophylaxis

Pediatric patients aged birth to 16 years old: Typical dose is 1 mEq/kg/day. Do not exceed 3 mEq/kg/day.

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Lehigh Valley Technologies, Inc.

Potassium Chloride Solution | Lehigh Valley Technologies, Inc.

2.1 Administration and Monitoring
Monitoring

Monitor serum potassium and adjust dosages accordingly. For treatment of hypokalemia, monitor potassium levels daily or more often depending on the severity of hypokalemia until they return to normal. Monitor potassium levels monthly to biannually for maintenance or prophylaxis.

The treatment of potassium depletion, particularly in the presence of cardiac disease, renal disease, or acidosis requires careful attention to acid-base balance, volume status, electrolytes, including magnesium, sodium, chloride, phosphate, and calcium, electrocardiograms and the clinical status of the patient. Correct volume status, acid-base balance and electrolyte deficits as appropriate.

Administration

Dilute the potassium chloride solution with at least 4 ounces of cold water [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].

Take with meals or immediately after eating.

If serum potassium concentration is <2.5 mEq/L, use intravenous potassium instead of oral supplementation.
2.2 Adult Dosing
Treatment of hypokalemia

Daily dose range from 40 to 100 mEq. Give in 2 to 5 divided doses: limit doses to 40 mEq per dose. The total daily dose should not exceed 200 mEq in a 24 hour period.

Maintenance or Prophylaxis

Typical dose is 20 mEq per day. Individualize dose based upon serum potassium levels.

Studies support the use of potassium replacement in digitalis toxicity. When alkalosis is present, normokalemia and hyperkalemia may obscure a total potassium deficit. The advisability of use of potassium replacement in the setting of hyperkalemia is uncertain.
2.3 Pediatric Dosing
Treatment of hypokalemia

Pediatric patients aged birth to 16 years old: The initial dose is 2 to 4 mEq/kg/day in divided doses; do not exceed as a single dose 1 mEq/kg or 40 mEq, whichever is lower; maximum daily doses should not exceed 100 mEq. If deficits are severe or ongoing losses are great, consider intravenous therapy.

Maintenance or Prophylaxis

Pediatric patients aged birth to 16 years old: Typical dose is 1 mEq/kg/day. Do not exceed 3 mEq/kg/day.

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Pharmaceutical Associates, Inc.

Potassium Chloride Solution | Pharmaceutical Associates, Inc.

The usual dietary potassium intake by the average adult is 50 to 100 mEq per day. Potassium depletion sufficient to cause hypokalemia usually requires the loss of 200 or more mEq of potassium from the total body store.

Dosage must be adjusted to the individual needs of each patient. The dose for the prevention of hypokalemia is typically in the range of 20 mEq per day. Doses of 40 to 100 mEq per day or more are used for the treatment of potassium depletion. Deviations from these recommended dosages may be indicated. As no average total daily dose can be defined, the response of the patient to the dose of the drug must be assessed clinically. Larger doses may be required but should be administered under close supervision because of the possibility of potassium intoxication. (See OVERDOSAGE).

Important: To assure against gastrointestinal injury and to minimize the possibility of a saline laxative effect, both of which have been associated with the ingestion of concentrated potassium salt preparations, it is recommended that each tablespoonful (15 mL) of this preparation be mixed with at least 6 fluid ounces of water or fruit juice before taking. The dose should also be taken with meals or immediately after eating.

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Westminster Pharmaceuticals, Llc

Potassium Chloride Solution | Purdue Products Lp

Directions: _ Take only by mouth. Doses may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses.
adults and children 12 years and over take 1-6 soft gels daily children 2 to under 12 years of age take 1-3 soft gels daily children under 2 years ask a doctor

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Westminster Pharmaceuticals, Llc

Potassium Chloride Solution | Westminster Pharmaceuticals, Llc

To minimize gastrointestinal irritation, patients must follow direction regarding dilution. Each tablespoon (15 mL) should be diluted wtih three (3) fluid ounces or more of water or other liquid.

Usual Adult Dose: one (1) tablespoon (15 mL) twice daily (after morning or evening meals) supplies 80 mEq of Potassium.

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Major Pharmaceuticals

Potassium Chloride Solution | Major Pharmaceuticals

To minimize gastrointestinal irritation, patients must follow direction regarding dilution. Each tablespoonful (15mL) should be diluted with three (3) fluid ounce or more of water or other liquid.
USUAL ADULT DOSE
One (1) tablespoonful (15mL) twice daily (after morning or evening meals) supplies 40 mEq of potassium.

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Qualitest Pharmaceuticals

Potassium Chloride Solution | Deseret Biologicals, Inc.

1-10 drops under the tongue, 3 times a day or as directed by a health professional. Consult a physician for use in children under 12 years of age.

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Pharmaceutical Associates, Inc.

Potassium Chloride Solution | Pharmaceutical Associates, Inc.

The usual dietary potassium intake by the average adult is 50 to 100 mEq per day. Potassium depletion sufficient to cause hypokalemia usually requires the loss of 200 or more mEq of potassium from the total body store.

Dosage must be adjusted to the individual needs of each patient. The dose for the prevention of hypokalemia is typically in the range of 20 mEq per day. Doses of 40 to 100 mEq per day or more are used for the treatment of potassium depletion. Deviations from these recommended dosages may be indicated. As no average total daily dose can be defined, the response of the patient to the dose of the drug must be assessed clinically. Larger doses may be required but should be administered under close supervision because of the possibility of potassium intoxication. (See OVERDOSAGE).

Important: To assure against gastrointestinal injury and to minimize the possibility of a saline laxative effect, both of which have been associated with the ingestion of concentrated potassium salt preparations, it is recommended that each tablespoonful (15 mL) of this preparation be mixed with at least 6 fluid ounces of water or fruit juice before taking. The dose should also be taken with meals or immediately after eating.

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Cardinal Health

Potassium Chloride Solution | Supervalu Inc

• do not crush, chew, or break tablet • take with a full glass of water • this product can be administered without regard for the timing of meals • adults and children 12 years of age and over: one or two tablets every 12 hours. Do not exceed 4 tablets in 24 hours. • children under 12 years of age: do not use

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Cardinal Health

Potassium Chloride Solution | Cardinal Health

The usual dietary potassium intake by the average adult is 50 to 100 mEq per day. Potassium depletion sufficient to cause hypokalemia usually requires the loss of 200 or more mEq of potassium from the total body store.

Dosage must be adjusted to the individual needs of each patient. The dose for the prevention of hypokalemia is typically in the range of 20 mEq per day. Doses of 40 to 100 mEq per day or more are used for the treatment of potassium depletion. Deviations from these recommended dosages may be indicated. As no average total daily dose can be defined, the response of the patient to the dose of the drug must be assessed clinically. Larger doses may be required but should be administered under close supervision because of the possibility of potassium intoxication. (See OVERDOSAGE).

Important: To assure against gastrointestinal injury and to minimize the possibility of a saline laxative effect, both of which have been associated with the ingestion of concentrated potassium salt preparations, it is recommended that each tablespoonful (15 mL) of this preparation be mixed with at least 6 fluid ounces of water or fruit juice before taking. The dose should also be taken with meals or immediately after eating.

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