Klor-Con 8 Oral

In Depth

Generic Name: POTASSIUM CHLORIDE - ORAL
Pronounced: (poh-TASS-ee-um KLOR-ide)

Klor-Con 8 Oral Side Effects

Stomach pain/upset, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea may occur. See How to Use for ways to reduce stomach upset. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

For some capsule forms of this medication, an empty capsule shell may appear in your stool. This is harmless.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:

difficult/painful swallowing
feeling as if the capsule/tablet is stuck in your throat

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:

vomit that looks like coffee grounds
stomach/abdominal pain or swelling
black/tarry stools

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include:

rash
itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat)
severe dizziness
trouble breathing

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

In the US -

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.

Klor-Con 8 Oral Precautions

Before taking potassium, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have:

< Page 1 2 >