K Shape 15gm Powder is a medicine used for the reduction of high blood potassium levels in patients with chronic kidney disease who are undergoing dialysis. It helps removes the extra potassium from the body and brings potassium levels back to normal.

K Shape 15gm Powder may be taken with or without food. Take it regularly at a fixed time each day to get the maximum benefit of the medicine. Avoid consumption of grapefruit juice while you are taking this medicine. Do not stop taking the medicine suddenly unless the doctor tells you so.

Using of K Shape 15gm Powder may cause side effects such as vomiting, nausea, loss of appetite, diarrhea, and constipation. If the side effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor. You may also need to have regular blood tests to monitor the levels of potassium and other electrolytes, such as calcium, in your blood while taking this medicine.

Uses of K Shape Powder

Treatment of Increased potassium levels in blood

Benefits of K Shape Powder

In Treatment of Increased potassium levels in blood

Potassium is a very important electrolyte that is required for various vital functions in our body. However, high levels of potassium are effectively removed by our kidneys as this could otherwise lead to complications such as muscle cramps, pain, difficulty breathing, nausea, tiredness, chest pain and even death. K Shape 15gm Powder helps in normalizing these abnormal levels of potassium in our blood, particularly in people suffering from kidney disease or those who are on dialysis.

Take this medicine as prescribed and let your doctor know about any other medicines, including antacids, as they may affect or be affected by this medicine. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.

Side effects of K Shape Powder

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of K Shape

Vomiting
Nausea
Constipation
Fecal impaction (hardened stool that stays stuck in the rectum or lower colon)
Gastric irritation
Decreased appetite

How to use K Shape Powder

Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. K Shape 15gm Powder may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid K Shape 15gm Powder with grapefruit juice.

How K Shape Powder works

K Shape 15gm Powder is an ion exchange resin. It works by removing extra potassium from your body and brings its levels back to normal. It is useful in patients who have kidney diseases and those on dialysis.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with K Shape 15gm Powder.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

K Shape 15gm Powder is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

K Shape 15gm Powder is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

K Shape 15gm Powder does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

K Shape 15gm Powder is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of K Shape 15gm Powder is recommended.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of K Shape 15gm Powder in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take K Shape Powder?

If you miss a dose of K Shape 15gm Powder, please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

K Shape 15gm Powder is used to lower high blood potassium level due to severe kidney diseases.
Dissolve or mix this medication with water before taking.
Stop taking this medication and inform your doctor if you get constipation after taking it.
Do not consume any food or drink that contains sorbitol while you are using this medication.
You may need to have regular blood tests to monitor the levels of potassium and other electrolytes, such as calcium, in your blood.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Polystyrene sulphonic acid derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

UROLOGY

Action Class

Ion exchange resins (Potassium Binders)

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FAQs

How would I know if I have high potassium level?

Your doctor will check your blood potassium levels periodically to detect high potassium levels (hyperkalemia). Make sure that you do not miss any future appointments with the doctor.

Are there any medicines to avoid while we take K Shape 15gm Powder?

Yes, before taking the medicine inform your prescribing doctor if you are taking antacids containing aluminium or magnesium salts, a heart disorder medicine like digoxin, magnesium hydroxide or aluminium carbonate which are used as laxatives. Additionally, the doctors should be informed about any history of use of medicines like thyroxine tablets or lithium for mania or bipolar disorder. Concomitant use of sorbitol is not recommended.

Does K Shape 15gm Powder cause damage to the gut?

No, it does not damage your gut when prescribed for certain conditions. However, in some cases it can lead to gut damage if you take this medication along with sweetener like sorbitol (used to sweeten food). Using these together can cause narrowing of the gut wall and reduced blood flow to the gut wall. This may cause severe damage to your gut. Therefore, you should avoid using any sorbitol containing food while you take K Shape 15gm Powder.

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Related lab tests

Potassium

Sodium

Urine Potassium

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