- A highly concentrated IV additive for pharmacy compounding to correct severe potassium deficiency (hypokalemia) when oral replacement isn't possible
Uses
- Treatment of Hypokalemia:
- Corrects dangerously low potassium levels in the blood
- Intravenous Hydration:
- Used with other solutions to provide electrolytes and water for hydration
- When Oral Therapy Fails:
- For patients who can't take potassium supplements by mouth or need rapid correction
Features
- Concentrated Form:
- A highly concentrated solution (2mEq/mL) for efficient addition to IV fluids
- Sterile & Nonpyrogenic:
- Meets strict sterile standards for IV use
- Preservative-Free:
- Contains no bacteriostatic agents
- EXCEL Container:
- Comes in a plastic IV bag, designed for pharmacy admixture
- Pharmacy Bulk Package:
- Intended for use in pharmacy admixture services, not direct patient injection
Benefits
- Effective Potassium Supplementation:
- Quickly raises potassium levels, vital for proper heart, nerve, muscle, and kidney function
- Versatile:
- Can be combined with other IV fluids (like Dextrose/Saline) for comprehensive fluid and electrolyte management
- Patient Safety (When Used Correctly):
- Prevents serious complications from potassium deficiency; the container design aids safe compounding
- Reduces Risk of Error:
- Pharmacy bulk packaging supports controlled preparation, though it demands high-level handling
Critical Warning
- Must Be Diluted:
- This is a highly concentrated solution and is instantaneously fatal if injected directly into a patient without proper dilution and mixing in a pharmacy admixture service
Contents
- Potassium Chloride Concentrate for Injection in 250mL bag
- 24 Bags per case
