ADDKAY Tablet 10's
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Potassium Chloride 750 mg
Manufacturer
Steadfast Medishield Pvt Ltd
Variant
10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
ADDKAY TABLET contains Potassium chloride which belongs to the group of medicines called Minerals and Electrolytes. It is used to manage hypokalemia (low blood potassium levels) in patients who have potassium deficiencies and in patients who take certain medicines that can eliminate potassium from the body (such as furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide or digitalis etc.). Always take ADDKAY TABLET with meals. It should not be taken on an empty stomach as it may lead to gastric irritation. ADDKAY TABLET is used only when dietary management with potassium-rich foods or diuretic dose reduction is not effective. Before taking ADDKAY TABLET, inform your doctor if you have any liver or kidney problems. You must also inform your doctor before taking ADDKAY TABLET if you are pregnant or breastfeeding women. The most common
Uses
OF ADDKAY TABLET Manage and manages hypokalemia (low blood potassium levels)
How It Works
ADDKAY TABLET 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. As a result, it reduces the onset of hypokalemia among patients having potassium deficiency and in patients taking other medicines that can cause potassium loss in the body (such as diuretics or digitalis).
Directions for Use
Take ADDKAY TABLET as directed by your physician. It should be taken with meals to avoid gastric irritation. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of the therapy for you depending up on your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
taking ADDKAY TABLET are nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, bloating and diarrhea. Consult your doctor if any of the symptom worsens. You must also inform your doctor if you experience severe vomiting with stomach pain and bloody stools. USES OF ADDKAY TABLET Manage and manages hypokalemia (low blood potassium levels) HOW ADDKAY TABLET WORKSADDKAY TABLET 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. As a result, it reduces the onset of hypokalemia among patients having potassium deficiency and in patients taking other medicines that can cause potassium loss in the body (such as diuretics or digitalis). DIRECTIONS FOR USETake ADDKAY TABLET as directed by your physician. It should be taken with meals to avoid gastric irritation. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of the therapy for you depending up on your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF ADDKAY TABLETCOMMON nausea or vomiting stomach pain or discomfort flatulence, diarrhea RARE skin rashes Stop taking ADDKAY TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: severe vomiting, stomach pain, abdominal distention, or bleeding from the digestive system
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYADDKAY TABLET should be used in pregnant women only if it is considered necessary by your doctor. Therefore, consult your doctor for advice before taking it. BREASTFEEDINGADDKAY TABLET should be used with caution in breastfeeding women as it may pass through the breast milk. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. KIDNEYADDKAY TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems. Therefore, consult your doctor for advice before taking it. LIVERADDKAY TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver problems (such as liver cirrhosis). Therefore, consult your doctor for advice before taking it. ALLERGYDo not take ADDKAY TABLET if you are allergic to Potassium chloride. OTHERSADDKAY TABLET is not recommended for use if you: have diabetic acidosis (increased accumulation of acidic content in the blood) have dehydration have severe burns Before taking ADDKAY TABLET, inform your physician if you: have ulcers in the stomach Use in pediatrics: There is no proper information regarding the use of ADDKAY TABLET in children and adolescents (below 18 years). Therefore, consult your doctor for advice before taking it. Use in geriatrics: ADDKAY TABLET should be used with caution in the elderly patients (65 years or older). Therefore, consult your doctor for advice before taking it.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before taking ADDKAY TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as: potassium sparging diuretics (used to increase urine output while managing potassium loss) Ex. spironolactone, triamterene, or amiloride medicines used to manage high blood pressure (such as aliskiren, eplerenone, captopril or enalapril) non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (used to manage pain and fever) Ex. aspirin, or paracetamol Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally took more ADDKAY TABLET, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital straight away. Symptoms of overdose might include prolong QT interval, abnormal heart rhythm and cardiac arrest. SYNOPSIS Drug : Potassium chloride Pharmacological Category : Electrolytes Therapeutic Indication : Hypokalemia Dosage Forms : Tablet, injection, liquid, syrup MORE INFORMATION Keep ADDKAY TABLET out of reach from children Store at room temperature
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DETAILS Written By Srilekha. R
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Dr. Sankara Babu Gorle
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Last Updated
08 Dec 2022