Potassium chloride Pharmacology

Potassium chloride

About Potassium chloride
Electrolyte replenisher, Potassium supplement.
Mechanism of Action of Potassium chloride
Potassium chloride is used when the action of potassium cation is desired.It is used in the treatment of hypokalaemia or hypochloremic alkalosis exist in association with prolonged diarrhea or vomiting or consequent to adrenal steroid therapy or treatment with thiazide diuretics.It is usually given along with Sodium chloride and other electrolytes.It is used in the treatment of digitalis intoxication.An increase in daily intake of potassium will decrease the risk of stroke associated mortality.
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Pharmacokinets of Potassium chloride
Potassium chloride are generally readily absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract.
Excretion: Potassium is excreted mainly by the kidney and small amount excreted in the faeces and in sweat.
Onset of Action for Potassium chloride
N/A
Duration of Action for Potassium chloride
N/A
Half Life of Potassium chloride
N/A
Side Effects of Potassium chloride
1.Nausea
2.Vomiting
3.Diarrhoea
4.Abdominal discomfort
Contra-indications of Potassium chloride
1.Untreated Addisons disease
2.Heat cramps
3.Acute dehydration
4.Hyperkalaemia
Special Precautions while taking Potassium chloride
1.Cardiac disease
2.Kidney disease
3.Addison`s disease
4.Stomach ulcer
5.Chronic diarrhea
6.Severe burns
Pregnancy Related Information
Use with caution
Old Age Related Information
N/A
Breast Feeding Related Information
N/A
Children Related Information
N/A
Indications for Potassium chloride
1.Treatment hypokalaemia
2.Prevention of diuretic-induced hypokalaemia
Interactions for Potassium chloride
N/A
Typical Dosage for Potassium chloride
As directed by the Physician.
Schedule of Potassium chloride
N/A
Storage Requirements for Potassium chloride
N/A
Effects of Missed Dosage of Potassium chloride
N/A
Effects of Overdose of Potassium chloride
Give supportive measures and symptomatic treatment.

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