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Potcl 1.5gm Injection
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Product introduction
Potcl 1.5gm Injection is a medicine used in the treatment of potassium deficiency in the body. This supplement can relieve muscle weakness, irregular heartbeat, nausea, and vomiting. It is an essential nutrient of the body which helps in the maintenance of good health.
Potcl 1.5gm Injection is generally administered by a doctor or a nurse. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. Take the injection regularly and for as long as the doctor has prescribed it for maximum benefits.
This medicine is usually well-tolerated, however, it may cause mild injection site reactions (like pain, swelling, or redness), nausea, muscle weakness, and tingling sensation. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects persist.
Breastfeeding and pregnant women should consult the doctor before receiving the treatment. Also, tell your doctor if you are on any medication for any health conditions.
Potcl 1.5gm Injection is generally administered by a doctor or a nurse. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. Take the injection regularly and for as long as the doctor has prescribed it for maximum benefits.
This medicine is usually well-tolerated, however, it may cause mild injection site reactions (like pain, swelling, or redness), nausea, muscle weakness, and tingling sensation. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects persist.
Breastfeeding and pregnant women should consult the doctor before receiving the treatment. Also, tell your doctor if you are on any medication for any health conditions.
Uses of Potcl Injection
- Potassium deficiency
Benefits of Potcl Injection
In Potassium deficiency
Potcl 1.5gm Injection contains potassium, which is a very essential electrolyte for carrying out various life functions of our body. It has many benefits such as regulation of blood pressure, maintenance of water balance or pH balance in the body, conduction of nerve impulses and muscle contractions. It also helps in the digestion of food and maintains normal heart rhythm or heartbeat. Its deficiency can cause issues of the kidneys, nausea, weakness, irregular heartbeat, constipation, or muscle cramps. Potcl 1.5gm Injection helps prevent these complications and enables better carrying out of life functions.
Side effects of Potcl Injection
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 Potcl
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Flatulence
- Abdominal pain
- Fatigue
- Febrile response
How to use Potcl Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Potcl Injection works
Potcl 1.5gm Injection works by raising potassium levels in your blood.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Potcl 1.5gm Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Potcl 1.5gm Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Potcl 1.5gm Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Potcl 1.5gm Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Potcl 1.5gm Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Potcl 1.5gm Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Potcl 1.5gm Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Potcl Injection?
If you miss a dose of Potcl 1.5gm Injection, consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Potcl 1.5gm Injection is used to prevent or treat low blood levels of potassium (hypokalemia).
- Inform your doctor/nurse if you feel any burning, pain, or swelling at the injection site.
- You may need to get your blood test done while you are taking Potcl 1.5gm Injection to monitor the level of potassium in your body.
- Let your doctor know if you have a history of kidney disease, heart problems, high blood pressure, severe dehydration, or diarrhea for a long time.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Alkali Metal Chloride
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS
Action Class
Minerals
Interaction with drugs
Taking Potcl with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Brand(s): Lefsum, Lefunid, Lefumide
Life-threatening
Brand(s): Artamin, Atrmin, Penicitin
Life-threatening
Patient concerns
User feedback
What are you using Potcl Injection for?
Nutritional d*
100%
*Nutritional deficiencies
How much was the improvement?
Average
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Excellent
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What were the side-effects while using Potcl 1.5gm Injection?
Paresthesia (*
50%
Muscle weakne*
50%
*Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Muscle weakness
How do you take Potcl Injection?
With food
50%
With or witho*
50%
*With or without food
Please rate Potcl 1.5gm Injection on price
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FAQs
Q. Can Potcl 1.5gm Injection cause hyperkalemia?
Yes, the use of potassium supplements like Potcl 1.5gm Injection may increase potassium levels leading to hyperkalemia. Your doctor will prescribe tests to monitor your potassium levels so that an optimum level is maintained.
Q. What should I avoid taking while on treatment with Potcl 1.5gm Injection?
It is advisable to avoid taking low-sodium foods and salt substitutes during your treatment with potassium chloride. These foods contain potassium, and eating them can increase the level of potassium in your blood.
Q. What happens if I have too much potassium chloride in my blood?
An excess of potassium chloride can cause stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fatigue, and lightheadedness.
Q. Does Potcl 1.5gm Injection affect your blood pressure?
Studies suggest that an excess of potassium chloride can result in low blood pressure.
Q. What happens if a patient with kidney disease is administered Potcl 1.5gm Injection?
A patient with kidney disease should not be given Potcl 1.5gm Injection since it may result in an increase in potassium levels in the body.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. p. 1136.
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Expires on or after: July, 2024
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Expires on or after: July, 2024
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Potcl 1.5gm Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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