Potassium phosphate

Generic name: Potassium Phosphate
Brand names: Neutra-Phos-K
Drug class: Minerals and electrolytes

Usage of Potassium phosphate

Phosphorus is a naturally occurring substance that is important in every cell of the body. Phosphorous is contained in all body cells and is used for growth and repair of cells and tissues.

Potassium phosphate is used to treat or prevent hypophosphatemia (low blood levels of phosphorus). Potassium phosphate is sometimes added to intravenous (IV) fluids given to people who cannot eat or drink anything.

Potassium phosphate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Potassium phosphate side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Tell your caregivers right away if you have any signs of electrolyte imbalance, such as:

confusion, severe weakness;

a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out;

nausea, chest pain, irregular heartbeats;

numbness or tingling in your arms or legs;

weakness or heavy feeling in your legs;

loss of movement in any part of your body; or

slow heart rate, weak pulse, fainting, slow breathing.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Potassium phosphate

You should not use potassium phosphate if you have:

high levels of potassium in your blood (hyperkalemia);

low levels of calcium in your blood (hypocalcemia); or

high levels of phosphorus in your blood (hyperphosphatemia).

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

heart disease;

kidney disease; or

Addison's disease (an adrenal gland disorder).

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Do not give potassium phosphate to a child younger than 4 years old without a doctor's advice.

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How to use Potassium phosphate

Usual Adult Dose for Hypophosphatemia:

Hypophosphatemia: Dose and rate of administration are dependent on individual patient needsTotal parenteral nutrition: 12 to 15 millimolar phosphorous is recommended for each 500 mL 50% dextrose injection-Keep in mind the amount of potassium being infused; monitor serum potassium and/or electrocardiographic changes as neededComments:-Must be diluted before administration.

Usual Pediatric Dose for Hypophosphatemia:

Hypophosphatemia: Dose and rate of administration are dependent on individual patient needsInfants receiving total parenteral nutrition: 1.5 to 2 millimolar phosphorous/kg/day-Keep in mind the amount of potassium being infused; monitor serum potassium and/or electrocardiographic changes as neededComments:-Must be diluted before administration.

Warnings

You should not use potassium phosphate if you have low levels of calcium, or high levels of potassium or phosphorus in your body.

What other drugs will affect Potassium phosphate

Tell your doctor about all your other medicines, especially:

digoxin, digitalis; or

a diuretic or "water pill."

This list is not complete. Other drugs may affect potassium phosphate, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible drug interactions are listed here.

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