Potassium (potassium tartrate): Reviews and patient testimonials
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Potassium Tablets Effervescent
Indicated in all cases of potassium depletion resulting from intensive or prolonged diuretic therapy, an inadequate dietary potassium intake, and those receiving digitalis - here the elderly population are a special risk. A lack of cellular potassium in the diet can increase the toxic effect of digitalis.Other indications include corticosteroid therapy, use of carbenoxolone sodium, advanced hepatic cirrhosis, chronic renal disease, Cushing's syndrome, diabetic ketosis, renal tubular or metabolic acidosis, patients on a low-salt diet and in conditions requiring potassium supplementation due to prolonged or chronic diarrhoea and vomiting.Route of administration: Oral
Molecule: potassium tartrate
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