Potassium Supplements (Systemic)
Precautions While Using This MedicineYour
doctor should check your progress at regular visits to make sure the medicine
is working properly and that possible side effects are avoided. Laboratory
tests may be necessary.
Do not use salt substitutes, eat low-sodium foods,
especially some breads and canned foods, or drink low-sodium milk unless you
are told to do so by your doctor, since these products may contain potassium.
It is important to read the labels carefully on all low-sodium food products
.
Check with your doctor before starting any physical exercise program, especially
if you are out of condition and are taking any other medicine. Exercise and
certain medicines may increase the amount of potassium in the blood.
Check with your doctor at once if you notice blackish
stools or other signs of stomach or intestinal bleeding
. This medicine
may cause such a condition to become worse, especially when taken in tablet
form.
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