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  • PANTOPRAZOLE
  • ESOMEPRAZOLE
  • ZINC SULFATE

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Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Potblok Sachet or any other medicines, please inform your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or plan to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using this medicine. The dose is also worked out for children according to how much the child weighs. Children and babies must be given a suitable dose. Children and newborns may experience severe constipation if too much is given. While taking this medicine, your doctor may perform routine blood tests on you. This is done to determine the quantities of salts in your blood, such as potassium, sodium, calcium, and magnesium. Before taking Potblok Sachet, inform your doctor about your medical history and all medications you are currently taking in order to rule out any potential side effects.

Side Effects of Potblok Sachet

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  • Hypokalaemia
  • Hypocalcaemia
  • Muscle cramps
  • Feeling tired
  • Confused
  • Having muscle weakness
  • Cramps or a change in heart rate
  • Feeling sick
  • Being sick
  • Constipation or diarrhoea
  • Stomach upset
  • Pain in your gut
  • Loss of appetite
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Directions for Use

Pour the sachet contents into a glass of water, stir, and drink immediately.

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Medicinal Benefits

Potblok Sachet belongs to a group of medicines called 'ion exchange resins'. Potblok Sachet contains calcium polystyrene sulphonate, which is administered to decrease potassium's blood levels in the body, thereby reducing the risk of 'hyperkalaemia' due to high potassium levels. It works by eliminating excess potassium from your system in order to restore your levels to normal.

Uses of Potblok Sachet

Hyperkalaemia (increased potassium levels in the blood).

About Potblok Sachet

Potblok Sachet belongs to a group of medications called 'ion exchange resins'. It is used to treat something called 'hyperkalaemia'. It is used in patients with kidney problems and on dialysis. Hyperkalaemia (High Potassium) is a medical problem where you have too much potassium in your blood. Your body needs potassium. It is a key vitamin that may be found in various foods. Potassium aids in the proper functioning of your nerves and muscles, including your heart. Unfortunately, having too much potassium in your blood might be dangerous. It has the potential to cause major cardiac issues.

Potblok Sachet contains calcium polystyrene sulphonate, which is administered to decrease potassium's blood levels in the body, reducing the risk of 'hyperkalaemia' due to high potassium levels. It works by eliminating excess potassium from your system in order to restore your levels to normal.

Potblok Sachet is administered by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer this medicine on your own. You should complete the course of the treatment as per the doctor's advice based on blood tests results. In some cases, you may experience Hypokalaemia and hypocalcaemia, muscle cramps, feeling tired, having muscle weakness, cramps or a change in heart rate. Most of these side effects of Potblok Sachet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Potblok Sachet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or plan to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using this medicine. The dose is also worked out for children according to how much the child weighs. Children and babies must be given a suitable dose. Children and newborns may experience severe constipation if too much is given. While you are taking this medicine, your doctor may perform routine blood tests on you. This is done to determine the quantities of salts in your blood, such as potassium, sodium, calcium, and magnesium.

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