Contraindicated in:
Use Cautiously in:
CV: ARRHYTHMIAS, ECG changes.
F and E: hyperchloremia, hyperkalemia.
GI: abdominal pain, diarrhea, flatulence, nausea, vomiting.
tablets, capsules only: GI ulceration, stenotic lesions.
Local: irritation at IV site.
Neuro: confusion, paralysis, paresthesia, restlessness, weakness.
Drug-Drug:
Normal Daily Requirements
Prevention of Hypokalemia During Diuretic Therapy
Treatment of Hypokalemia
Absorption: Well absorbed following oral administration. IV administration results in complete availability.
Distribution: Enters extracellular fluid; then actively transported into cells.
Metabolism/Excretion: Excreted by the kidneys.
Half-life: Unknown.
(↑ in serum potassium concentrations)
| ROUTE | ONSET | PEAK | DURATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| PO | unknown | 1–2 hr | unknown |
| IV | rapid | end of infusion | unknown |
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