This medicine is a potassium supplement used to treat or prevent low potassium levels in the blood.

K Lor Ingredient
Potassium

K Lor Caution
DO NOT USE A SALT SUBSTITUTE without checking with your doctor.

K Lor IMPORTANT NOTE:
The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.

POTASSIUM SUPPLEMENTS - ORAL:
(poh-TASS-ee-um)

K Lor USES:
This medication is used to prevent or treat low potassium blood levels caused by "water pills" (diuretics) or poor diet.

K Lor HOW TO USE:
To prevent stomach upset, take each dose with food or immediately after a meal. Sustained-release capsules and tablets must be swallowed whole. Do not crush or chew them as side effects may be increased. Take tablets or capsules with a full glass (8 oz or 240 ml) of water, unless your doctor directs you otherwise. Do not lie down for 30 minutes after taking the tablet or capsule. The liquid and powder forms must be diluted in a full glass of cold water or juice before taking. Drink slowly.

K-LOR SIDE EFFECTS:
May cause diarrhea, stomach upset, nausea or vomiting the first few days as your body adjusts to the medicine. Inform your doctor if you develop: breathing difficulties, chest pain, irregular heartbeat, confusion, tingling of the hands or feet, muscle weakness. If using potassium tablets or capsules, notify your doctor if the following effects occur: stomach pain, black stools. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

K-LOR PRECAUTIONS:
Be sure your doctor knows your complete medical history especially of: kidney problems, heart disease, problems with digestion, any allergies. This medication should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. Potassium supplements are not known to appear in breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

K-LOR DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Inform your doctor about all the medicines you use (both prescription and nonprescription) especially if you take: "water pills" (diuretics such as furosemide or amiloride), ACE inhibitors (e.g., lisinopril), digoxin, salt substitutes containing potassium. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

K Lor OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. Symptoms of overdose may include irregular heartbeat, blood in stools, and muscle weakness.

NOTES:
Foods high in potassium include bananas, citrus fruits, watermelon, cantaloupe, raisins, dates, prunes, avocados, apricots, beans, broccoli, brussels sprouts, spinach, potatoes, yams, lentils, fish, chicken, turkey, ham, beef, and milk.

MISSED K Lor DOSE:
If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered, if you should remember within 2 hours. If you do not remember until later, skip the missed dose and resume your usual schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

K Lor STORAGE:
Store at room temperature away from moisture and sunlight. Do not store in the bathroom. Don't freeze liquid forms.