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What is K-Tab and why is it prescribed? K-Tab is used to treat or prevent low potassium levels in people who may face potassium loss caused by digitalis (Lanoxin), non-potassium-sparing diuretics (such as Diuril and Dyazide), and certain diseases. K-Tab is a slow-release potassium formulation. There have been reports of intestinal and gastric ulcers and bleeding associated with use of slow-release potassium chloride medications such as K-Tab. How should you take K-Tab? Follow your doctors directions for taking K-Tab. Take K-Tab with meals and with a full glass of water or some other liquid. Tell your doctor if you have difficulty swallowing K-Tab. You may sprinkle the contents of the capsule onto a spoonful of soft food. Capsules and tablets should not be crushed, chewed, or sucked. If you miss a dose of K-Tab and it is within 2 hours of the scheduled time, take it as soon as you remember. If you do not remember until later, skip the dose you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take two doses at once. Store K-Tab at room temperature in a tightly closed container. Are there any K-Tab side effects? K-Tab side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. K-Tab side effects may include abdominal pain or discomfort, diarrhea, gas, nausea, stomach and intestinal ulcers and bleeding, blockage, or perforation, and vomiting. What are the possible food and drug interactions when taking K-Tab? If K-Tab is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. Be sure to inform your doctor of all the prescription and over the counter medications you are taking. It is important to check with your doctor before combining K-Tab with Antispasmodic drugs (such as Bentyl), Blood pressure medications classified as ACE inhibitors (such as Vasotec and Capoten), Digitalis (Lanoxin), or Potassium-sparing diuretics (such as Midamor and Aldactone). Also tell your doctor if you use salt substitutes. Are there any special warnings about K-Tab? Before taking K-Tab, tell your doctor if you have ever had acute dehydration, heat cramps, adrenal insufficiency, diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease, liver disease, ulcers, or severe burns. Tell your doctor immediately if you notice that your stools are black or tarry. |
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