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Potassium chloride - Hypokalaemia

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Status 1

Green
Formulations :
  • Modified release tablets
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Associated Icons :
SPC
Restrictions / Comments :
Important

SASH: 2nd line only when effervescent tablets not tolerated.

 

Status 2

Blue
Formulations :
  • Oral solution
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Associated Icons :
SPC
Restrictions / Comments :
Important

Prescribe as Potassium chloride 375mg/5ml (5mmol/5ml) oral solution sugar free.

Primary Care may be asked to prescribe on recommendation from the specialist team.

Documentation

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PAD Profile

ChemicalSubstance :
Potassium chloride
Indication :
Hypokalaemia
Group Name :
Keywords :
Potassium deficiency, low potassium, potassium depletion
Brand Names Include :
Important Information :

Potassium overdose can be fatal.

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Guidelines :
Supporting Documents :
0
Traffic Light Entries :
2

Committee Recommendations (0)

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Other Indications

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Other Drugs

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