Table of Contents
- 1 Why is potassium chloride prescribed?
- 2 Who should not take chlorthalidone?
- 3 Why would a doctor prescribe potassium?
- 4 What is the side effect of chlorthalidone?
- 5 When should I take clidinium C?
- 6 What is hypokalemia disease?
- 7 What kind of Medicine is Clidinium used for?
- 8 What kind of medication is clindex used for?
Why is potassium chloride prescribed?
Potassium chloride is used to prevent or to treat low blood levels of potassium (hypokalemia). Potassium levels can be low as a result of a disease or from taking certain medicines, or after a prolonged illness with diarrhea or vomiting.
Who should not take chlorthalidone?
It shouldn’t be used in people under the age of 18 years. Older adults may process drugs more slowly. A normal adult dose may cause levels of this drug to be higher than normal in your body.
What is Clidinium used to treat?
It is used along with other medications to help treat stomach/intestinal disorders (such as ulcers, irritable bowel syndrome, bowel infections). Clidinium helps to reduce the symptoms of stomach and intestinal cramping.
What is k dur used for?
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood. A normal level of potassium in the blood is important. Potassium helps your cells, kidneys, heart, muscles, and nerves work properly.
Why would a doctor prescribe potassium?
Potassium is most commonly used for treating and preventing low potassium levels, treating high blood pressure, and preventing stroke.
What is the side effect of chlorthalidone?
Side effects of chlorthalidone include: Cardiovascular: low blood pressure (hypotension), vasculitis, dizziness upon standing. Dermatologic: sun sensitivity, skin irritation from the sun, rash or purple spots on the skin, rash, hives, inflammation of blood vessels.
What is the best time to take chlorthalidone?
Chlorthalidone comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It usually is taken once a day or every other day after a meal, preferably breakfast. It is best to take this medicine in the morning to avoid going to the bathroom during the night.
Has chlordiazepoxide clidinium been discontinued?
Librax (chlordiazepoxide and clidinium bromide) is a combination of a benzodiazepine and an anticholinergic/spasmolytic used to treat stomach ulcers, irritable bowel syndrome, and intestinal infections. The brand name Librax is no longer available in the U.S. Generic versions may be available.
When should I take clidinium C?
Clidinium is usually taken three or four times a day with meals and at bedtime. Follow your doctor’s instructions. Store clidinium at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
What is hypokalemia disease?
Hypokalemia is a metabolic imbalance characterized by extremely low potassium levels in the blood. It is a symptom of another disease or condition, or a side effect of diuretic drugs.
What causes low potassium blood?
Causes of potassium loss include:
- Alcohol use (excessive)
- Chronic kidney disease.
- Diabetic ketoacidosis.
- Diarrhea.
- Diuretics (water retention relievers)
- Excessive laxative use.
- Excessive sweating.
- Folic acid deficiency.
What kind of Medicine is Clidinium and chlordiazepoxide?
This medication is a combination of 2 drugs, clidinium and chlordiazepoxide. It is used along with other medications to help treat stomach/intestinal disorders (such as ulcers, irritable bowel syndrome, bowel infections).
What kind of Medicine is Clidinium used for?
This medication is a combination of 2 drugs, clidinium and chlordiazepoxide. It is used along with other medications to help treat stomach/intestinal disorders (such as ulcers, irritable bowel syndrome, bowel infections). Clidinium helps to reduce the symptoms of stomach and intestinal cramping.
What kind of medication is clindex used for?
This medication is a combination of 2 drugs, clidinium and chlordiazepoxide. It is used along with other medications to help treat stomach /intestinal disorders (such as ulcers, irritable bowel syndrome, bowel infections). Clidinium helps to reduce the symptoms of stomach and intestinal cramping.
How to report side effects of chlordiazepoxide in Canada?
In Canada – Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345. Before taking this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to clidinium or chlordiazepoxide; or to other benzodiazepines (such as diazepam, lorazepam ); or if you have any other allergies.