A female asked:
how many meq of potassium cl er may be taken at one time to insure maximum absorption?
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Dr. Corey Clay answered
10 years experience Allergy and Immunology
Dangerous: The thought process here is dangerous. Too much potassium can be deadly. Perhaps more importantly, I suspect you are having symptoms that you attribute to low potassium, but that may portend another (or persistent) problem that requires follow up evaluation. Take potassium as prescribed and notify your physician of any persistent or new symptoms that concern you.
Answered on May 20, 2015
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Dr. Tracy Lovell answered
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You need: You need to discuss with doctor before you make any changes to your potassium.
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Dr. James Cain answered
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Probably not: Potassium chloride can be dangerous if overused. If you need this drug get it from a pharmacist to ensure the correct dose.
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Dr. Jack Rubin answered
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Potassium chloride: You need to rephrase your question so that people on Healthtap can know what it is you are asking. The dose of potassium chloride is 20 mEq, not 20%mE ... Read More
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Dr. Vythilingam Alagappan answered
39 years experience Bariatrics
Yes that s fine: By 2 hours most of the absorption from the stomach is done
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