K-Free Powder Sachet
Rs.107for 1 sachet(s) (15 gm Powder each)
food interaction for K-Free Powder
alcohol interaction for K-Free Powder
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K-Free Powder Sachet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid K-Free Powder Sachet with grapefruit juice.
Avoid K-Free Powder Sachet with grapefruit juice.
CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with K-Free Powder Sachet.
UNSAFE
K-Free Powder Sachet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
K-Free Powder Sachet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
SALT INFORMATION FOR K-Free 15gm Powder
Calcium Polystyrene Sulphonate(15gm)
K-free powder uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of increased potassium levels in blood. It is used in patients with kidney problems and on dialysis.
How k-free powder works
K-Free Powder Sachet is an ion exchange resin. It works by removing extra potassium from your body and brings its levels back to normal. It is useful in patients who have kidney diseases and those on dialysis.
Common side effects of k-free powder
Vomiting, Nausea, Constipation, Decreased potassium level in blood, Decreased magnesium level in blood, Increased calcium level in blood, Diarrhea, Fecal impaction (hardened stool that stays stuck in the rectum or lower colon), Gastric irritation, Decreased appetite, Intestinal perforation, Gastrointestinal ischemia, Ischemic colitis, Bronchitis (inflammation of the airways), Bronchopneumonia
SUBSTITUTES FOR K-Free Powder
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Expert advice FOR K-Free Powder
- Calcium Polystyrene Sulphonate is used to lower high blood potassium level due to severe kidney diseases.
- Dissolve or mix this medication with water before taking.
- Stop taking this medication and inform your doctor if you get constipation after taking it.
- Do not consume any food or drink that contains sorbitol while you are using this medication.
- You may need to have regular blood tests to monitor the levels of potassium and other electrolytes, such as calcium, in your blood.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
Frequently asked questions FOR K-Free 15gm Powder
Calcium Polystyrene Sulphonate
Q. How would I know if I have high potassium level?
Your doctor will check your blood potassium levels periodically to detect high potassium levels (hyperkalemia). Make sure that you do not miss any future appointments with the doctor.
Q. Are there any medicines to avoid while we take K-Free Powder Sachet?
Yes, before taking the medicine inform your prescribing doctor if you are taking antacids containing aluminium or magnesium salts, a heart disorder medicine like digoxin, magnesium hydroxide or aluminium carbonate which are used as laxatives. Additionally, the doctors should be informed about any history of use of medicines like thyroxine tablets or lithium for mania or bipolar disorder. Concomitant use of sorbitol is not recommended.
Q. Does K-Free Powder Sachet cause damage to the gut?
No, it does not damage your gut when prescribed for certain conditions. However, in some cases it can lead to gut damage if you take this medication along with sweetener like sorbitol (used to sweeten food). Using these together can cause narrowing of the gut wall and reduced blood flow to the gut wall. This may cause severe damage to your gut. Therefore, you should avoid using any sorbitol containing food while you take K-Free Powder Sachet.