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HomeMicro-K Generic name: Potassium Chloride Extended-Release Capsules [ poe-TASS-ee-um-KLOR-ide ]Drug class: Minerals and electrolytesMedically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on May 6, 2024. UsesBefore takingWarningsDosageSide effectsOverdoseFAQ The Micro-K brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. If generic versions of this product have been approved by the FDA, there may be generic equivalents available.Uses of Micro-K: It is used to treat or prevent low potassium levels. What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Micro-K? If you are allergic to Micro-K (potassium chloride extended-release capsules); any part of Micro-K (potassium chloride extended-release capsules); or any other drugs, foods, or substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had. If you have high potassium levels. If you are taking any of these drugs: Amiloride, eplerenone, spironolactone, or triamterene. If you have any of these health problems: A bowel block, slow-moving GI (gastrointestinal) tract, or slow stomach clearing. If you have heart disease with swallowing tube (esophagus) problems. If you take other drugs called anticholinergics, like ipratropium or oxybutynin. Ask your doctor if you are not sure if any of your drugs are anticholinergic. This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with Micro-K (potassium chloride extended-release capsules). Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take Micro-K (potassium chloride extended-release capsules) with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor. What are some things I need to know or do while I take Micro-K? Tell all of your health care providers that you take Micro-K (potassium chloride extended-release capsules). This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists. Have blood work checked as you have been told by the doctor. Talk with the doctor. Do not take more than what your doctor told you to take. Taking more than you are told may raise your chance of very bad side effects. If your diet has low-salt foods or you are taking a salt substitute, talk with your doctor. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan on getting pregnant, or are breast-feeding. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks to you and the baby. How is this medicine (Micro-K) best taken? Use Micro-K (potassium chloride extended-release capsules) as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely. Take with or right after a meal. Take with a full glass of water. Swallow whole. Do not chew, break, or crush. Do not suck on this product. If you have trouble swallowing, talk with your doctor. You may sprinkle contents of capsule on applesauce or other soft food. Do not chew. Swallow right away and follow with water or juice. Do not mix with hot food. After mixing, take your dose right away. Do not store
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