Manufacturer: Neon Laboratories Ltd
Salt Composition : Potassium Chloride(1.5gm)
Vial of 10ml Injection
(Inclusive of all taxes)
Deficiency of potassium is caused due to inadequate dietary intake of potassium, certain underlying disease conditions (such as vomiting, diarrhea or kidney disease) or due to intake of certain medicines that can eliminate potassium from the body (such as diuretics). Symptoms of low potassium levels in the body can include muscle weakness, constipation, tiredness, muscle twitching or paralysis, or an abnormal heartbeat.
POTCL INJECTION is not meant for self-administration. It should be used under careful medical supervision. While administering POTCL INJECTION, your doctor would closely monitor your heart functions to avoid the risk of unwanted heart problems.
POTCL INJECTION is not recommended for use in patients with kidney problems. It should be used with caution in patients with heart problems. Before receiving POTCL INJECTION, inform your doctor if you have severe dehydration, metabolic acidosis or heat cramps. It should be used in pregnant or breastfeeding women only if considered necessary by the physician.
The most common side effects of receiving POTCL INJECTION are pain/swelling at the site of injection or numbness of hands and feet. Consult your doctor if any of the symptom worsens.
POTCL INJECTION works by restoring the deficient levels of potassium in the body. It supplements our body with sufficient potassium which is necessary for proper functioning of the heart, bones, muscles, kidneys, and nerves.
Each crystal of KCl is microencapsulated and allows for the controlled release of potassium and chloride ions over an eight- to ten-hour period.
COMMON
Pain, swelling or irritation at the site of injection
Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhea
Tingling and numbness of hands or feet
Muscle weakness or stiffness
Low blood pressure causing dizziness
Hyperkalemia (increased blood potassium levels)
RARE
Consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following:
Difficulty in breathing
Abnormal heartbeat or chest pain
Skin rash or swelling
you have high levels of potassium in your blood (hyperkalemia); or.
you take a "potassium-sparing" diuretic (water pill) such as amiloride, spironolactone, or triamterene.
POTCL INJECTION is not recommended for use in pregnant women, unless considered necessary by the physician. Therefore, consult your doctor for advice before receiving it.
Avoid consumption of alcohol before receiving POTCL INJECTION.
POTCL INJECTION is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women, unless considered necessary by the physician. Therefore, consult your doctor for advice before receiving it.
Potassium chloride is indicated for the treatment and prophylaxis of hypokalemia in patients for whom dietary management with potassium-rich foods or diuretic dose reduction are insufficient. Monitoring Monitor serum potassium and adjust dosages accordingly.
Potassium Chloride has no known severe interactions with other drugs. Serious Interactions of potassium chloride include: amiloride. drospirenone.
Keep POTCL INJECTION out of reach from children
Store POTCL INJECTION at room temperature
POTCL INJECTION will be administered to you only by a doctor or a nurse in a hospital, and so it is unlikely to receive an overdose. However, consult your doctor or nurse if you experience any unusual symptoms.
POTCL INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or nurse into the vein (intravenously). Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Can POTCL INJECTION be used to treat diarrhea?
No. POTCL INJECTION is a potassium salt used to treat potassium deficiency. It is not recommended for use in diarrhea or in other dehydration states. However, consult your doctor for advice before receiving it.
Can POTCL INJECTION be used in children?
POTCL INJECTION should be used with caution in children and adolescents (below 18 years). Therefore, consult your doctor for advice before receiving it. Proper dose adjustments and careful monitoring are required in such patients.
Can POTCL INJECTION be used in patients with kidney problems?
POTCL INJECTION is not recommended for use in patients with impaired kidney function (such as low urine output). It is important to inform your doctor about all the others medicines you take which can affect the function of your kidneys such as potassium sparging diuretics (Ex. spironolactone, triamterene, or amiloride), ACE inhibitors (Ex. captopril, enalapril) or angiotensin receptor blockers (Ex. valsartan, losartan).
