Kalium Durules® (potassium chloride)
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What is Kalium Durules® ?
These contain the substance potassium chloride, which is essential to
the body.
What is Kalium Durules® used for?
Potassium is vital for the normal operation of the nervous system, muscles and kidney function:
- Too little potassium in the bloodstream (hypokalaemia) causes weakness, fatigue, heart rhythm problems (arrhythmias), paralysis, and kidney problems.
- Sometimes, this can occur during certain illnesses or treatment with water tablets (diuretics).
- Potassium chloride is in the class of drugs called potassium supplements that are used to prevent hypokalaemia.
How does Kalium Durules® work ?
Kalium Durules work by providing a direct replacement of potassium in the body.
How is Kalium Durules® given ?
Kalium Durules are supplied as tablets, which are designed to release the medicine slowly once they have been taken.
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