Potassium Chloride 10 Meq

I have been on the BLUE capsule potassium cl xr 10 MEQ CER Watson for years...My trusted pharmacist INSISTS that the yellow oblong tablet he has filled in it's place is the same product...I am having problems breathing, wheezing, etc...and am concerned that this pill is NOT the same and I am in no position whatsoever to argue with him....I even had an asthma attack and that is highly unusual....I would so appreciate your advice....thank you... ## HI, Trisha! Sorry about the problems that you're having. Is it the yellow tablet with the K-Tab marking on it? It is the same dosage, but of course, when you switch from a capsule to a tablet, the inactive ingredients are different and you could be reacting to one of them. While the active ingredient level has to stay within a certain l...

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Is Pot Chloride 10 meq Tab Sand the same as Pot Chloride 10 meq Tab Zydu? ## Yes, the abbreviations as the end, Sand and Zydu are just for the manufacturers of those particular ones. Sand designates it as being manufactured by Sandoz Pharmaceuticals and Zydu is for Zydus Pharmaceuticals. Learn more Potassium details here. I've had to take these before, so I'd like to warn you that it may irritate your stomach. You may need to make sure to take it with a small meal, unless you've been instructed not to do so. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Thank you so much; you have been very helpful.

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What are the side effects of Potassium Cl? ## My grandmother has been prescribed this medication (Potassium CL) and has discovered them completely whole in her bowel movements, why is this? ## Kimberly, when some medications are time released, the outer shell of the tablet is NOT meant to be digested and is just expelled as waste, however, the medication is still released and used by the body, just as it is supposed to be. Many of these types of medications will even carry warnings about this in the drug monographs. Side effects can include: high potassium levels, nausea, diarrhea and muscle weakness. Did you have any other questions? ## Mom has always taken K CR and now it is ER. What is the difference. I thought CR meant time release. ## Kimberly, I really doubt that answer. I Also ta...

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My doctor prescribed these pills for me for 10 days twice a day but didn't explain if I had to avoid certain foods and I am also wondering why I have to take them for 10 days? ## No, there is no list of foods you should avoid, but you should make sure not to take it on an empty stomach, because the FDA warns that it is very harsh on the stomach. You should take it for the duration your doctor has directed, to bring your potassium levels back up to a safe zone. Is there anything else I can help with? ## What is Potassium chloride micro 20meq ER specifically used for? Is it available by prescription only? Thank you. ## Is there a difference between potassium chloride er tabs (20 meq) and potassium chloride sr mc tabs (20 meq)? ## I have been taking Atenolol 100/25 and Potassium Chlori...

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I was looking for information and discounts on Potassium chloride SA 10 meq CR capsules and only found info on Potassium chloride ER. What is the difference? What does the SA mean? ## These are all just abbreviations that designate it as being a time released formulation, the CR stands for controlled release, SA stands for Sustained Action, and ER stands for Extended Release. There are actually many different abbreviations that are used, but they all mean the same thing. Unfortunately, this results in a lot of confusion for many doctors and patients. If you read the NIH research studies, you will see that such large doses of potassium cannot be taken in just one dose due to how harsh they are on the stomach, thus all such prescription tablets are time released. The harshness is also why...

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what is pot chloride 10 meq ercap pad and what is it for ## It is a controlled release potassium supplement that's used to treat or prevent a deficiency in this vital nutrient, since a deficiency may be very dangerous. Learn more potassium chloride details here. Has this been prescribed for you?

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What time of day is this med best ingested ## The dosing instructions for this medication do not list a specific time of day that one should take it, so I assume that you can use it at your own convenience. The adult dosing information for Potassium Chloride is posted below in regards to 'Prevention of Hypokalemia': "Oral: 10 to 20 mEq orally once a day given in equally divided doses using formulations which include normal-release tablets or capsules, extended-release tablets or capsules, dissolvable tablets, oral solution or powder for dissolution mixed with an appropriate volume of water or juice." I hope this helps! ## Can a SA form of potassium Cloride be dissolved and ingested mixed with pudding or applesause?

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What does CR stand for after 10 MEQ? I have one bottle with the CR letters and one bottle with the letter K after 10 MEQ. Are they the same? Susan ## From what I can tell, it seems they are, but you should probably check with your pharmacist to be certain, just in case they are using something different in their labeling system. But the CR usually stands for controlled release and some places also use the K for slow release, which is basically the same thing. Where they both filled at the same pharmacy? ## what is the difference between Potassium CHL Tab 10MEQ CR and Potassium CL 10MEQ ER? ## Received refill of Pot Chloride tab 10 meq cr when always previously rec'd 10 meq er. Is there a difference and should I be concerned? Thank you!

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My Doctor has changed me from potassium chloride 20MEQ SR MC to 2 potassium chloride ER 10MEQ ## Hello, Pamela! How are you? They are both the same, a potassium supplement in a time released formulation. The FDA warns that it can be very harsh on the stomach, so it should be taken with food. Did your doctor give any reason for the change? ## Yes my blood test showed my eGFR was 46 and 39 and my Creatinine is 1.39. I am going in for a kidney Renal with bladder test. Also Basic Metabolic Panel. Thank you for answering. Pamela

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what is the drug for?I have some of the pills I don't no what they are for. ## It is just a Potassium nutritional supplement, which is often given to those that have a deficiency in it. It is pretty potent and may cause some nausea and stomach irritation, so it's best to take it with food. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Do you take this medicine when you take water pills ## Theresa, some diuretics that are used to reduce the amount of fluid in the body can cause loss of potassium, so supplementing it might be necessary. However, this shouldn't be taken, unless your doctor specifically instructs you to do so. Too much potassium can be just as dangerous as not having enough of it and there is a class of medications called potassium sparing diuretics, they actually ...

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WHAT DOES THIS DRUG TREATMENT FOR ## Potassium chloride has many uses such as being a sodium-free substitute for table salt (sodium chloride). Research I have gathered states that this pill works by providing a direct replacement of potassium in the body. Potassium chloride is in the class of drugs called potassium supplements that are used to prevent hypokalaemia. NOTE: Orally, KCl is toxic in excess. You can click on the link below to view more information about this drug... If you have any other questions or concerns, please post back... ## want to know uses of medication ic potassium cl er 10 meq capsule....?

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i am prescribed potassium chloride extended release tablets, 10 mEq K. the instructions say not to lie down for 30 minutes. why is this? ## Hello, Monica! How are you? The reason is because potassium tends to be very harsh, it usually increases stomach acid production and, if you lay down within half an hour, you may experience reflux which could cause damage to your esophagus. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have been taken pot chloride10meq ercap WAT (color blue) I just had this presctipttion filled at a different drug store now the labels reads pt chloride10meq ercap PAD (color white). ARE THESE THE SAME THING??????????? ## Yes, they are just manufactured by different companies, the color doesn't mean anything, that's entirely up to the whit and whim of the manufacturer. This is a generic medication and, whichever one any given pharmacy will have in stock, at any given time will vary, depending on what company was offering the cheapest price, when they needed to restock their supply. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I think I have a pot chloride 10meq ercap pad which is yellow and am wondering if it is the same as the white ones that I got the last refill. ## I really can't provide you with any definitive answers, without knowing more about the tablets, such as the markings on them. Can you please post back with more information? Learn more about Potassium Details ## I have a bottle of pot chloride 10meq ercap pad and bottle of pot chlor er tabs 20meq Other than the meq and tablet/capsule difference are these basically the same script ## I have a pot chloride 10meg er cap zyp which is white and orange with 100 written on the cap the other one is all white with pad 0181tell me if these are the same just different colors. ## on the message I just sent you regarding the white vs the yellow potassi...

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## I had been taking POTASSIUM CL CAP 10MEQ ER. CVS Caremark recently re-filled the order and switched to POT CHLORIDE CAP 10 MEQ ER. They said it was less expensive and just as effective. I was not advised until after the switch was made. My question is what is the difference is these two Rxs? Thank you. ## There is no difference, just like they told you, it is exactly the same, the only change is they are made by different manufacturers. Is there anything else I can help you with? ## i was taking POT-chloride 10 Meg now my DOc change me to KLOR-con M20 whats the difference ## i take potassium and feel sick mostof the time what causes this ## Is there an equivalent OTC pill form medication for Klerk-con 10meq?

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ANDRX 500 IS PRINTED ON MY ON THE DARK GREEN CAPSULE IS THIS A SUBSTITUTE FOR POTASSIUM CL XR 10 MEQ ? IT IS PRODUCED BY THE NESHER PHARACEUTICAL CO ## I found a listing for a dark blue capsule with Andrx 560 on it, is that what you have? If so, then yes it contains 10meqs of extended release Potassium Chloride. Learn more Potassium details here.

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Can the side effects include stiffness & cramps in both hands? ## Hello, Paul! How are you? That means that they contain 20 milliequivalents per tablet, that's the dosage and the ER denotes them as being time released. The main side effect of this supplement, as listed by the FDA, is stomach pain and nausea, so it's best to take it with food. As to the stiffness and cramping, that is most likely caused by your potassium being low, but you should have it checked out, just in case. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I am taking lots chloride 10meg er cap for potassium but I still get leg and arm cramps. So I stopped taking them for a week no cramps. So what gives.

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What is the difference between Klor-Con M10 and MEQ 8? I can't swallow the M10, and my husband takes 8MEQ which is easy to swallow. ## Off the top of my head, the amount of active ingredient would be the main difference between the two. Just to confirm, are you comparing the following tablets? 1. White oblong tablet with the letters KC M10 imprinted on one side. (NDC 66758-170, among others). Brand: Klor-Con. Contains Potassium Chloride 750 mg, extended release. Inactive ingredients: - Croscarmellose Sodium - Ethylcelluloses - Cellulose, Microcrystalline 2. Blue capsule with the words UPSHER SMITH 0101 KCl 8MEQ. (NDC 66758-202, among others). Brand: Klor-Con Sprinkle. Contains Potassium Chloride 600 mg, extended release. Inactive ingredients: - Ethylcelluloses - Talc - Gelatin - Tit...

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I use this and am looking for a new supplier ## Finding a new supplier really depends on where you are located, and what's available in your region. It also depends on whether or not you are looking for a prescription pill vs pure powder form or other OTC variations. The FDA deemed that (over the counter) supplements can only have up to 99 mg of elemental Potassium per pill and 100 mg or higher requires a prescription…so a prescription could be several times more potent, saving you from taking several pills a day of a supplement. NOTE: Orally, Potassium Chloride is toxic "in excess". In the U.S. Potassium Chloride (powdered form) is manufactured by several companies which you can view in the link below (near the top of the list): Other Potassium Chloride br...

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round salmon colored pill ## The pill in description is Klor-con (10 mEq), also known as Potassium chloride. Potassium chloride is in the class of drugs called potassium supplements that are used to prevent hypokalaemia. NOTE: Orally, KCl is toxic in excess. You can click on the link below to view more information about this drug... If you have any more questions or comments to add, please post back so I can further assist you.

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