About POTASSIUM CHLORIDE 1.5%W/V
Intravenous potassium electrolyte replacement
Used for
- Treats low blood potassium when oral treatment is unsuitable.
- Provides potassium as part of intravenous fluid therapy.
Usual adult dose
Individualized to blood potassium, kidney function, and clinical setting; infused slowly using a pump.
Usual dose in children
Individualized by weight, blood potassium, and clinical setting; infused slowly using a pump.
Common side effects
- Pain or irritation at the infusion site
- High blood potassium
- Abnormal heart rhythms
- Nausea or muscle weakness
Important warnings
- Must be diluted and administered by trained healthcare professionals.
- Never give by direct intravenous injection; rapid administration can be fatal.
- Monitor blood potassium, kidney function, fluid balance, and heart rhythm.
- Use cautiously with kidney disease or conditions that reduce potassium removal.
Pregnancy
May be used when clinically needed; dosing and monitoring depend on the patient’s condition.
Breastfeeding
Potassium is normally present in breast milk; medically necessary treatment is generally compatible.
Interactions
- Potassium-sparing diuretics, ACE inhibitors, and ARBs may raise blood potassium.
- Some anti-inflammatory pain medicines may increase blood potassium.
- Other potassium supplements or potassium-containing fluids increase high-potassium risk.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.