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Micro-K
Pronounced: MY-kroe kay
Generic name: Potassium chloride
Other brand names: Klor-Con, K-Dur, K-Tab, Kaon-CL, Slow-K
Micro-K is used to treat or prevent low potassium levels in people who may face potassium loss caused by digitalis (Lanoxin), non-potassium-sparing diuretics (such as Diuril and Dyazide), and certain diseases.
Potassium plays an essential role in the proper functioning of a wide range of systems in the body, including the kidneys, muscles, and nerves. As a result, a potassium deficiency may have a wide range of effects, including dry mouth, thirst, reduced urination, weakness, fatigue, drowsiness, low blood pressure, restlessness, muscle cramps, abnormal heart rate, nausea, and vomiting.
Micro-K and the other products discussed here are slow-release potassium formulations.
Dosages must be adjusted for each individual. Safety and effectiveness in children have not been established. The following are typical dosages for Micro-K and other leading slow-release potassium supplements.
TO TREAT LOW POTASSIUM LEVELS
Micro-K, Klor-Con 8, Slow-K
The usual dosage is 5 to 12 tablets or capsules per day.
Micro-K 10, Klor-Con 10, Klor-Con M10, K-Dur 10, K-Tab, Kaon-CL 10
The usual dose is 4 to 10 tablets or capsules per day.
K-Dur 20, Klor-Con M20
The usual dose is 2 to 5 tablets per day.
TO PREVENT LOW POTASSIUM LEVELS
Micro-K, Klor-Con 8, Slow-K, Kaon-CL 10
The usual dosage is 2 or 3 tablets or capsules per day.
K-Tab, Micro-K 10, K-Dur 10, Klor-Con 10, Klor-Con M10
The usual dose is 2 tablets or capsules per day.
K-Dur 20, Klor-Con M20
The usual dose is 1 tablet per day.
If you are taking more than 2 tablets or capsules per day, your total daily dose will be divided into smaller doses. |
