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Are potassium chloride and potassium citrate interchangeable? been taking potassium chloride for 4 yrs. dr. wrote rx for potassium citrate? mistake?
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Potassium: It is the potassium in what you are taking that is important. Cl vs citrate may differ in effects on your stomach.
Answered 3/4/2018
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