What is Klor-Con: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

How to take Klor-Con

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

• Take this medicine with food or right after eating, to avoid stomach upset.

• Powder or oral liquid: You must mix with at least one-half cup (4 ounces) of water or juice. You could damage your stomach if you take the medicine without mixing it with water or juice.

• Tablet or capsule: Do not chew, crush, or break. Swallow it whole with full glass of water.

• Extended-release capsule: Swallow whole with a full glass of water. Oral routeIf you cannot swallow the extended-release capsule, you may open it and pour the medicine into a small amount of soft food such as pudding, yogurt, or applesauce. Stir this mixture well and swallow it without chewing.

• Extended-release tablet: Swallow whole with a full glass of water. If you have trouble swallowing, ask your doctor or pharmacist if you may crush the tablet. Some brands of this medicine must be swallowed whole, but other brands may be crushed.

• If you mix the medicine in water or soft food, do not mix until you are ready to take your dose. Do not save mixed medicine for later use.

• Oral routeCarefully follow your doctor's instructions about any special diet.

• Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

• Tablet or capsule: Do not chew, crush, or break. Swallow it whole with full glass of water.

• Take this medicine with food or right after eating, to avoid stomach upset.

• Extended-release capsule: Swallow whole with a full glass of water. Oral routeIf you cannot swallow the extended-release capsule, you may open it and pour the medicine into a small amount of soft food such as pudding, yogurt, or applesauce. Stir this mixture well and swallow it without chewing.

• Oral routeCarefully follow your doctor's instructions about any special diet.

• If you mix the medicine in water or soft food, do not mix until you are ready to take your dose. Do not save mixed medicine for later use.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• Extended-release tablet: Swallow whole with a full glass of water. If you have trouble swallowing, ask your doctor or pharmacist if you may crush the tablet. Some brands of this medicine must be swallowed whole, but other brands may be crushed.

• Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

• Powder or oral liquid: You must mix with at least one-half cup (4 ounces) of water or juice. You could damage your stomach if you take the medicine without mixing it with water or juice.

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

• Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.

• Take with food or right after eating.

• Powder or effervescent tablet: Mix with water before using. Most powders and tablets must be mixed with at least 4 ounces (1/2 cup) of water or juice, but your specific medicine might have different directions. Drink the mixture right after you mix it.

• Extended-release tablet or capsule: Swallow with a full glass of water. Do not chew or crush.

• Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup.

• Oral routeCarefully follow your doctor's instructions about any special diet.

• Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• Extended-release tablet or capsule: Swallow with a full glass of water. Do not chew or crush.

• Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

• Oral routeCarefully follow your doctor's instructions about any special diet.

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

• Powder or effervescent tablet: Mix with water before using. Most powders and tablets must be mixed with at least 4 ounces (1/2 cup) of water or juice, but your specific medicine might have different directions. Drink the mixture right after you mix it.

• Take with food or right after eating.

• Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup.

What to do if you miss a dose of Klor-Con

Klor-Con contraindications

• This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use if you had an allergic reaction to potassium.

• This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to potassium or if you have severe kidney disease.

Klor-Con warnings

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, diabetes, heart disease, or digestion problems or trouble swallowing.

• Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

• Severe stomach pain or vomiting

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or if you have kidney disease, heart disease, or problems with your digestive system.

• This medicine may cause the following problems:Bleeding or ulcers in the digestive systemPotassium levels that are too high

• Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

• Throat pain, feeling as if pill is stuck in the throat

Klor-Con interactions

• Some foods and medicines can affect how potassium chloride works. Tell you doctor if you are using any of the following:Potassium-sparing diuretic (water pill)ACE inhibitor blood pressure medicine Salt substituteDigoxin

• This medicine may cause the following problems:Bleeding or ulcers in the digestive systemPotassium levels that are too high

• Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

• Some foods and medicines can affect how potassium supplements work. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following:Diuretic (water pill)ACE inhibitor blood pressure medicineOther medicine that contains potassiumSalt substitute that contains potassium

• Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.