Drug Detail:Klor-con (Potassium chloride [ poe-tass-ee-um ])
Generic Name: potassium chloride 600mg
Dosage Form: tablet, film coated, extended release
Drug Class: Minerals and electrolytes
Drug Detail:Klor-con (Potassium chloride [ poe-tass-ee-um ])
Generic Name: potassium chloride 600mg
Dosage Form: tablet, film coated, extended release
Drug Class: Minerals and electrolytes
If serum potassium concentration is less than 2.5 mEq/L, use intravenous potassium instead of oral supplementation.
Monitoring
Monitor serum potassium and adjust dosages accordingly. Monitor serum potassium periodically during maintenance therapy to ensure potassium remains in desired range.
The treatment of potassium depletion, particularly in the presence of cardiac disease, renal disease, or acidosis, requires careful attention to acid-base balance, volume status, electrolytes, including magnesium, sodium, chloride, phosphate, and calcium, electrocardiograms, and the clinical status of the patient. Correct volume status, acid-base balance, and electrolyte deficits as appropriate.