Klor-Con M15 Oral
In Depth
- Uses and How to Use
- Dosage and Storage
- Precautions and Side Effects
- Drug Interactions
- Drug Images
Pronounced: (poh-TASS-ee-um KLOR-ide)
Klor-Con M15 Oral Uses
This medication is used to treat and prevent low potassium levels (hypokalemia). Potassium is a natural mineral found in the body and in various foods. Normal potassium levels are necessary for proper functioning of the muscles, heart, kidneys, and nerves. This medication is a potassium supplement that works by increasing or maintaining normal levels of potassium in your body.
This medication should only be used in persons who cannot take other forms of potassium (liquid, effervescent tablets).
How To Use Klor-Con M15 Oral
Take this medication by mouth, with food, as directed by your doctor.
Take with a full glass of water or other liquid (8 ounces or 240 milliliters) unless your doctor directs you otherwise. Do not lie down for 30 minutes after taking this medication. Do not take this medication on an empty stomach.
Swallow this medication whole. Do not chew or suck on the tablets. Doing so may cause side effects.
If you have difficulty swallowing whole tablets, you may break the tablet in half and take each half separately, drinking half a glass (4 ounces or 120 milliliters) of water after each half-tablet. Take your entire dose within a few minutes. You may also dissolve the whole tablet in half a glass (4 ounces or 120 milliliters) of water. Allow about 2 minutes for the tablet to dissolve, then stir the mixture for 30 seconds and drink it immediately. Use a straw if desired. Add 1 more ounce (30 milliliters) of water to the glass, swirl, and drink immediately. Repeat one more time to make sure you are getting all of the drug. Do not save the mixture for future use. Do not use a liquid other than water for mixing this drug.
Dosage is based on your medical condition, blood potassium levels, and response to therapy.
Use this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time(s) each day. Do not increase your dose or take it more often than prescribed.
Inform your doctor if your condition persists or worsens.
