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Why Am I Having To Take Potasdium Cl Er 10 Meq Pre Surgery?

Updated October 22, 2016
Linda Says:
Wed, October 12, 2016

I'm having my cervix removed on Friday and I've been directed to take this med 3 times/day for two days prior. Why? I'd already been taking potassium supplements every day to stop restless legs.

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Verwon Says:
Sat, October 22, 2016

Hello, Linda! How are you?

Your potassium might have still been a little low, so you should follow the instructions that you've been provided.

It can be very harsh on the stomach, so the FDA warns that it should be taken with food and not on an empty stomach.

Is there anything else I can help with?

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