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Why shouldn't you lay down after taking potassium cloride?
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Potassium chloride: you should sit for a while and drink a full glass of water after taking potassium. The potassium could get stuck and irritate the the esophagus
Answered 8/30/2014
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Protection: Although I haven't heard of this precaution it might have to do with protecting your esophagus from being irritated by the medication if it lodges in your esophagus. Sitting up would make it easier for the medication to progress into the stomach.
Answered 8/30/2014
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Stomach upset: Potassium supplement are associated with significant stomach upset, pain, nausea and vomiting. You should take the medicine exactly as directed by your physician (should be taken with a meal and a full glass of water or other liquid to minimize gastrointestinal irritation).
Answered 2/28/2020
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