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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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Addkay Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Addkay Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Addkay Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
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Composition :

POTASSIUM CHLORIDE-750MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Steadfast MediShield Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ELECTROLYTES

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Steadfast MediShield Pvt. Ltd, Plot # 330, Functional Industrial Estate, Patparganj, Delhi - 110 092
Other Info - ADD0076

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Written By

Santoshini Reddy G

M Pharmacy

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Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Aug 20, 2024 | 1:16 PM IST

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FAQs

Addkay Tablet works by replenishing the potassium, thereby treating hypokalaemia.

Please consult your doctor before taking potassium supplements or products that contain potassium, salt substitutes or low-salt dietary products with Addkay Tablet , as it may lead to high potassium levels.

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Addkay Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty whilst taking Addkay Tablet .

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Alcohol

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It is unknown if alcohol interacts with Addkay Tablet . Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

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Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will decide whether breastfeeding women can take Addkay Tablet or not.

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Driving

Consult your doctor

It is not known if Addkay Tablet alters your ability to drive. Drive or handle machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose of Addkay Tablet depending on the age and body weight of your child.

Product Substitutes

Potride 750 mg Tablet 10's

Potride 750 mg Tablet 10's

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Reference

  1. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2014/206814lbl.pdf
  2. https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/fda/fdaDrugXsl.cfm?setid=6d2cec16-3127-49b5-9cb1-8407d2b33a3f&type=display
  3. https://www.drugs.com/potassium_chloride.html

About Addkay Tablet

Addkay Tablet is indicated in the prevention and treatment of hypokalaemia (low potassium) with or without metabolic acidosis (build-up of acid in the blood), in familial periodic paralysis (inherited neurological disorder) and digitalis intoxication.
 
Addkay Tablet contains ‘Potassium chloride’, which works by replenishing the potassium, thereby treating hypokalaemia.
 
Addkay Tablet can cause some side effects, such as diarrhoea, abdominal pain/discomfort, flatulence, nausea, and vomiting. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
 
Avoid concomitant use of potassium-sparing diuretics (e.g., spironolactone, triamterene or amiloride) with Addkay Tablet as it may cause hyperkalaemia (high potassium levels). Consult a doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Uses of Addkay Tablet

Hypokalaemia (low potassium)

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Medicinal Benefits

Addkay Tablet is indicated in the prophylaxis and treatment of hypokalaemia (low potassium) in familial periodic paralysis (inherited neurological disorder), digitalis intoxication, with or without metabolic acidosis (build-up of acid in the blood), in patients for whom diuretic dose reduction or dietary management with potassium-rich foods are insufficient. Addkay Tablet contains ‘Potassium chloride’, which works by replenishing the potassium, thereby treating hypokalaemia.

Directions for Use

Take Addkay Tablet with meals or immediately after eating.Oral solution: Check the label for directions and use it as advised by the doctor. It should always be taken after diluting in a glass of water.Tablet: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.

Side Effects of Addkay Tablet

  • Abdominal pain/discomfort
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Flatulence

Drug Warnings

Do not take Addkay Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform your doctor if you have hyperkalaemia (high potassium levels), kidney disease, liver cirrhosis, adrenal gland disorder, severe burn, severe dehydration, diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, stomach or intestinal bleeding, blockage in stomach or intestine, chronic diarrhoea or if you are taking potassium-sparing diuretics. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. 

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Potassium chlorideMeclizine
Critical
Potassium chlorideMepenzolate
Critical

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Potassium chlorideMeclizine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Addkay Tablet:
Taking Meclizine and Addkay Tablet (oral form) together can increase the potassium levels in blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Meclizine with Addkay Tablet is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Potassium chlorideMepenzolate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Addkay Tablet:
Taking Mepenzolate and Addkay Tablet(in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and other gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Mepenzolate with Addkay Tablet is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately.
Potassium chlorideDisopyramide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Addkay Tablet:
Taking Disopyramide and Addkay Tablet together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Addkay Tablet and Disopyramide is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Potassium chlorideFlavoxate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Addkay Tablet:
Co-administration of Flavoxate with Addkay Tablet can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Flavoxate with Addkay Tablet is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
Potassium chlorideEplerenone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Addkay Tablet:
Using Eplerenone together with Addkay Tablet may significantly increase potassium levels in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Addkay Tablet with eplerenone is not recommended. You can take these medicines if prescribed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, disorientation, tingling in your hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in your legs, a weak pulse, or an irregular heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. It is essential to maintain proper fluid intake while taking these medications. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Potassium chlorideDicyclomine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Addkay Tablet:
Co-administration of Dicyclomine with Addkay Tablet can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dicyclomine with Addkay Tablet is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
Potassium chlorideDimenhydrinate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Addkay Tablet:
Co-administration of Dimenhydrinate and Addkay Tablet can increase the risk of stomach inflammation.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Dimenhydrinate with Addkay Tablet is generally not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken when a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, sudden dizziness, vomiting (especially with blood), or dark stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Potassium chlorideSolifenacin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Addkay Tablet:
Taking Solifenacin and Addkay Tablet together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and stomach injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Solifenacin with Addkay Tablet is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Potassium chlorideBiperiden
Critical
How does the drug interact with Addkay Tablet:
Taking Biperiden with Addkay Tablet can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Biperiden with Addkay Tablet is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, but can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Potassium chlorideOxybutynin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Addkay Tablet:
Coadministration of Oxybutynin with Addkay Tablet can increase the risk of developing stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Oxybutynin with Addkay Tablet is generally avoided as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken when a doctor has prescribed it. Consult the doctor immediately if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, lightheadedness, dizziness, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark stools. Do not discontinue any medication without contacting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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Special Advise

Your doctor may recommend regular blood tests and ECG monitoring to check heart rate.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Follow a well-balanced diet.
  • Exercising regularly helps in improving overall health. 
  • Rest well, and get plenty of sleep.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Meditation and yoga can help lower stress.
  • Avoid processed and fried food. 

Addkay Tablet Substitute

Substitutes safety advice

  • Potride 750 mg Tablet 10's

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    ₹9.72per tablet

  • Kcl Plus Tablet 10's

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    ₹9.00per tablet
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