About potassium phosphate monobasic m + eq to potassium phosphate dibasic m
Intravenous phosphate and potassium replacement
Used for
- Treats low phosphate when oral replacement is unsuitable.
- Provides phosphate and potassium during intravenous nutrition.
Usual adult dose
Individualized by blood phosphate, potassium, kidney function, and clinical need; given by controlled intravenous infusion.
Usual dose in children
Individualized by age, weight, blood levels, and kidney function; given by controlled intravenous infusion.
Common side effects
- High potassium or phosphate levels
- Low calcium levels
- Abnormal heart rhythm
- Injection-site irritation
Important warnings
- Must be diluted and infused slowly; never inject undiluted.
- Can cause life-threatening high potassium, especially with kidney problems.
- Requires monitoring of blood electrolytes, kidney function, and heart rhythm.
- Avoid or use particular caution with high potassium or phosphate, or low calcium.
Pregnancy
Use only when clinically needed; pregnancy-specific safety data are limited.
Breastfeeding
Systemic phosphate and potassium are normal body substances; clinical use is generally compatible with breastfeeding.
Interactions
- Potassium-sparing diuretics and ACE inhibitors may increase potassium.
- Other potassium-containing medicines or fluids increase high-potassium risk.
- Calcium-containing solutions may form precipitates when mixed.
- Medicines that affect kidney function can alter potassium or phosphate levels.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.