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glenmark pharmaceuticals inc., usa - potassium chloride (unii: 660yq98i10) (potassium cation - unii:295o53k152) - potassium chloride 750 mg - because of reports of intestinal and gastric ulceration and bleeding with controlled-release potassium chloride preparations, these drugs should be reserved for those patients who cannot tolerate or refuse to take liquid or effervescent potassium preparations or for patients in whom there is a problem of compliance with these preparations. the use of potassium salts in patients receiving diuretics for uncomplicated essential hypertension is often unnecessary when such patients have a normal dietary pattern and when low doses of the diuretic are used. serum potassium should be checked periodically, however, and if hypokalemia occurs, dietary supplementation with potassium-containing foods may be adequate to control milder cases. in more severe cases, and if dose adjustment of the diuretic is ineffective or unwarranted, supplementation with potassium salts may be indicated. potassium supplements are contraindicated in patients with hyperkalemia since a further increase in serum potassium concentration in such patients can produce cardiac arrest. hyperkalemia may complicate any of the following conditions: chronic renal failure, systemic acidosis, such as diabetic acidosis, acute dehydration, extensive tissue breakdown as in severe burns, adrenal insufficiency, or the administration of a potassium-sparing diuretic (e.g., spironolactone, triamterene, amiloride) (see overdosage) . controlled-release formulations of potassium chloride have produced esophageal ulceration in certain cardiac patients with esophageal compression due to enlarged left atrium. potassium supplementation, when indicated in such patients, should be given as a liquid preparation or as an aqueous (water) suspension of potassium chloride (see precautions: information for patients, and dosage and administration sections). all solid oral dosage forms of potassium chloride are contraindicated in any patient in whom there is structural, pathological (e.g., diabetic gastroparesis), or pharmacologic (use of anticholinergic agents or other agents with anticholinergic properties at sufficient doses to exert anticholinergic effects) cause for arrest or delay in tablet passage through the gastrointestinal tract.

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cardinal health - potassium chloride (unii: 660yq98i10) (potassium cation - unii:295o53k152) - potassium chloride 1500 mg - because of reports of intestinal and gastric ulceration and bleeding with extended-release potassium chloride preparations, these drugs should be reserved for those patients who cannot tolerate or refuse to take liquid or effervescent potassium preparations or for patients in whom there is a problem of compliance with these preparations. the use of potassium salts in patients receiving diuretics for uncomplicated essential hypertension is often unnecessary when such patients have a normal dietary pattern and when low doses of the diuretic are used. serum potassium should be checked periodically, however, and if hypokalemia occurs, dietary supplementation with potassium-containing foods may be adequate to control milder cases. in more severe cases, and if dose adjustment of the diuretic is ineffective or unwarranted, supplementation with potassium salts may be indicated. potassium supplements are contraindicated in patients with hyperkalemia since a further increase in serum potassium concentration in such pat

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redpharm drug, inc. - potassium chloride (unii: 660yq98i10) (potassium cation - unii:295o53k152) - potassium chloride 10 meq - because of reports of intestinal and gastric ulceration and bleeding with controlled-release potassium chloride preparations, these drugs should be reserved for those patients who cannot tolerate or refuse to take liquid or effervescent potassium preparations or for patients in whom there is a problem of compliance with these preparations. for the treatment of patients with hypokalemia with or without metabolic alkalosis, in digitalis intoxication, and in patients with hypokalemic familial periodic paralysis. if hypokalemia is the result of diuretic therapy, consideration should be given to the use of a lower dose of diuretic, which may be sufficient without leading to hypokalemia. for the prevention of hypokalemia in patients who would be at particular risk if hypokalemia were to develop, eg, digitalized patients or patients with significant cardiac arrhythmias. the use of potassium salts in patients receiving diuretics for uncomplicated essential hypertension is often unnecessary when such patients hav

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actavis pharma, inc. - potassium chloride (unii: 660yq98i10) (potassium cation - unii:295o53k152) - potassium chloride 10 meq - because of reports of intestinal and gastric ulceration and bleeding with controlled-release potassium chloride preparations, these drugs should be reserved for those patients who cannot tolerate or refuse to take liquid or effervescent potassium preparations or for patients in whom there is a problem of compliance with these preparations. - for the treatment of patients with hypokalemia with or without metabolic alkalosis, in digitalis intoxication, and in patients with hypokalemic familial periodic paralysis. if hypokalemia is the result of diuretic therapy, consideration should be given to the use of a lower dose of diuretic, which may be sufficient without leading to hypokalemia. - for the prevention of hypokalemia in patients who would be at particular risk if hypokalemia were to develop, eg, digitalized patients or patients with significant cardiac arrhythmias. the use of potassium salts in patients receiving diuretics for uncomplicated essential hypertension is often unnecessary when such patients have

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pd-rx pharmaceuticals, inc. - potassium chloride (unii: 660yq98i10) (potassium cation - unii:295o53k152) - potassium chloride 10 meq - because of reports of intestinal and gastric ulceration and bleeding with controlled-release potassium chloride preparations, these drugs should be reserved for those patients who cannot tolerate or refuse to take liquid or effervescent potassium preparations or for patients in whom there is a problem of compliance with these preparations. - for the treatment of patients with hypokalemia with or without metabolic alkalosis, in digitalis intoxication, and in patients with hypokalemic familial periodic paralysis. if hypokalemia is the result of diuretic therapy, consideration should be given to the use of a lower dose of diuretic, which may be sufficient without leading to hypokalemia. - for the prevention of hypokalemia in patients who would be at particular risk if hypokalemia were to develop, eg, digitalized patients or patients with significant cardiac arrhythmias. the use of potassium salts in patients receiving diuretics for uncomplicated essential hypertension is often unnecessary when such patients have

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contract pharmacy services-pa - potassium chloride (unii: 660yq98i10) (potassium cation - unii:295o53k152) - potassium chloride 10 meq - because of reports of intestinal and gastric ulceration and bleeding with extended-release potassium chloride preparations, these drugs should be reserved for those patients who cannot tolerate or refuse to take liquid or effervescent potassium preparations or for patients in whom there is a problem of compliance with these preparations. - for the treatment of patients with hypokalemia with or without metabolic alkalosis, in digitais intoxication and in patients with hypokalemic familial periodic paralysis. if hypokalemia is the result of diuretic therapy, consideration should be given to the use of a lower dose of diuretic, which may be sufficient without leading to hypokalemia. - for the prevention of hypokalemia in patients who would be at particular risk if hypokalemia were to develop, e.g., digitalized patients or patients with significant cardiac arrhythmias. the use of potassium salts in patients receiving diuretics for uncomplicated essential hypertension is often unnecessary when such patients have a

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fresenius kabi usa, llc - potassium chloride (unii: 660yq98i10) (potassium cation - unii:295o53k152) - potassium chloride injection is indicated in the treatment of potassium deficiency states when oral replacement is not feasible. this highly concentrated, ready-to-use potassium chloride injection is intended for the maintenance of serum k + levels and for potassium supplementation in fluid restricted patients who cannot accommodate additional volumes of fluid associated with potassium solutions of lower concentration. when using these products, these patients should be on continuous cardiac monitoring and frequent testing for serum potassium concentration and acid-base balance. potassium chloride injection is contraindicated in patients with: - hyperkalemia - known hypersensitivity to potassium chloride injection check flexible container solution composition, lot number, and expiry date. do not remove solution container from its overwrap until immediately before use. use sterile equipment and aseptic technique. see precautions for information on the avoidance of air embolism. to open - turn solution container over so that the text is face down. using the pre-cut corner tabs, peel open the overwrap and remove solution container. - check the solution container for leaks by squeezing firmly. if leaks are found, or if the seal is not intact, discard the solution. - do not use if the solution is cloudy or a precipitate is present. preparation for administration - immediately before inserting the infusion set, break off blue infusion port cap with the arrow pointing away from container. - use a non-vented infusion set or close the air-inlet on a vented set. - close the roller clamp of the infusion set. - hold the base of blue infusion port. - insert spike through blue infusion port by rotating wrist slightly until the spike is inserted. note: see full directions accompanying administration set. warning: do not use flexible container in series connections. manufactured for: lake zurich, il 60047 made in norway www.fresenius-kabi.com/us 451699b revised: september 2023 01-59-16-006b

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vensun pharmaceuticals, inc. - potassium chloride (unii: 660yq98i10) (potassium cation - unii:295o53k152) - potassium chloride extended-release tablets are indicated for the treatment and prophylaxis of hypokalemia with or without metabolic alkalosis, in patients for whom dietary management with potassium-rich foods or diuretic dose reduction is insufficient. potassium chloride is contraindicated in patients on triamterene or amiloride. risk summary there are no human data related to use of potassium chloride extended-release tablets during pregnancy, and animal reproduction studies have not been conducted. potassium supplementation that does not lead to hyperkalemia is not expected to cause fetal harm. the background risk for major birth defects and miscarriage in the indicated population is unknown. all pregnancies have a background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. in the u.s. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2-4% and 15-20%, respectively. risk summary the normal potassium ion content of human mil

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vensun pharmaceuticals, inc. - potassium chloride (unii: 660yq98i10) (potassium cation - unii:295o53k152) - potassium chloride extended-release tablets are indicated for the treatment and prophylaxis of hypokalemia with or without metabolic alkalosis, in patients for whom dietary management with potassium-rich foods or diuretic dose reduction is insufficient. potassium chloride is contraindicated in patients on triamterene or amiloride. risk summary there are no human data related to use of potassium chloride extended-release tablets during pregnancy, and animal reproduction studies have not been conducted. potassium supplementation that does not lead to hyperkalemia is not expected to cause fetal harm. the background risk for major birth defects and miscarriage in the indicated population is unknown. all pregnancies have a background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. in the u.s. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2-4% and 15-20%, respectively. risk summary the normal potassium ion content of human mil

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remedyrepack inc. - potassium chloride (unii: 660yq98i10) (potassium cation - unii:295o53k152) - potassium chloride extended-release tablets are indicated for the treatment and prophylaxis of hypokalemia with or without metabolic alkalosis, in patients for whom dietary management with potassium-rich foods or diuretic dose reduction is insufficient. potassium chloride is contraindicated in patients on triamterene or amiloride. risk summary there are no human data related to use of potassium chloride extended-release tablets during pregnancy, and animal reproduction studies have not been conducted. potassium supplementation that does not lead to hyperkalemia is not expected to cause fetal harm. the background risk for major birth defects and miscarriage in the indicated population is unknown. all pregnancies have a background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. in the u.s. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2-4% and 15-20%, respectively. risk summary the normal potassium ion content of human mil