Potassium chloride (potassium chloride) Side Effects, Uses Dosages
Side Effects for Potassium chloride (potassium chloride)
POTASSIUM CHLORIDE (POTASSIUM CHLORIDE): This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood. A normal level of potassium in the blood is important. Potassium helps your cells, kidneys, heart, muscles, and nerves work properly. Most people get enough potassium by eating a well-balanced diet. Some conditions that can lower your body's potassium level include severe prolonged diarrhea and vomiting, hormone problems such as hyperaldosteronism, or treatment with "water pills"/diuretics. (Sources: U.S. Centers for Medicare Services, FDA)
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