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Kaleorid

Active Ingredient:
Potassium Chloride
Origin:
EU

Kaleorid (Potassium Chloride)

Potassium Chloride, the active ingredient in Kaleorid, is an electrolyte presented as an oral formulation for oral use. It is employed to restore normal serum potassium levels and to correct hypokalemia in patients requiring potassium supplementation. The compound provides potassium ions that are essential for cellular function, nerve impulse transmission, and muscle contraction, particularly in cardiac tissue.

GNH India supplies Kaleorid as a licensed, GDP‑compliant international pharmaceutical supplier serving hospitals, transplant centres, oncology centres, pharmacies and clinics worldwide.

Manufacturer / TM Owner

Karo Pharma Ab

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Indications & Clinical Uses

Kaleorid (potassium chloride) is used to manage electrolyte disorders, specifically hypokalemia.

  • Hypokalemia: Restores serum potassium to normal levels in patients with low potassium.
  • Diuretic‑induced potassium loss: Replaces potassium lost during diuretic therapy.
  • Gastrointestinal potassium depletion: Corrects potassium deficits caused by vomiting or laxative use.

How It Works

  • Potassium chloride dissociates in the gastrointestinal tract to release potassium (K⁺) and chloride (Cl⁻) ions. The absorbed potassium enters the extracellular fluid, raising serum potassium concentration and supporting the electrochemical gradients required for nerve impulse conduction, muscle contraction, and cardiac electrophysiology, thereby correcting hypokalemia.

Side Effects

Kaleorid may cause adverse reactions, most of which are mild and reversible.

Common Side Effects

  • Nausea: Mild stomach upset after ingestion.
  • Abdominal discomfort: Cramping or pain in the abdomen.
  • Diarrhea: Loose stools occurring shortly after dosing.
  • Vomiting: Involuntary expulsion of stomach contents.
  • Taste disturbance: Metallic or salty taste perception.
  • Flatulence: Excess gas formation.

Serious or Rare Side Effects

  • Hyperkalemia: Excessively high serum potassium leading to cardiac arrhythmia.
  • Cardiac arrhythmia: Irregular heart rhythm that may be life‑threatening.
  • Severe allergic reaction: Rash, itching, swelling, or anaphylaxis.
  • Hyperchloremia: Elevated chloride levels causing metabolic acidosis.
  • Muscle weakness: Unusual loss of strength or fatigue.
  • Metabolic acidosis: Disturbance in blood pH due to electrolyte imbalance.

Precautions & Warnings

Before prescribing Kaleorid, clinicians should evaluate patient-specific factors and monitor relevant parameters.

  • Serum potassium monitoring: Check levels before initiation and regularly during therapy.
  • Renal function assessment: Adjust dose in patients with impaired kidney function.
  • Avoid in hyperkalemia: Do not use when serum potassium is already elevated.
  • Caution with ACE inhibitors or potassium‑sparing diuretics: Increased risk of hyperkalemia.
  • Pregnancy and lactation: Use only if benefits outweigh potential risks.
  • Store at ambient temperature: Keep below 25°C in the original packaging, protect from moisture.

Avoid Interactions

Kaleorid can interact with several medications that affect potassium balance.

Major Interactions (Avoid)

  • ACE inhibitors: May cause additive hyperkalemia.
  • Potassium‑sparing diuretics (e.g., spironolactone): Increase risk of excessive potassium.
  • NSAIDs: Can reduce renal potassium excretion, raising serum levels.

Moderate Interactions (Monitor Closely)

  • Digoxin: Elevated potassium can enhance digoxin toxicity.
  • Lithium: Altered renal handling may affect lithium levels.
  • Certain antibiotics (e.g., penicillins): May increase potassium retention.

Frequently Asked Questions

Kaleorid is an oral potassium chloride product used to treat hypokalemia, a condition characterized by low serum potassium. It helps restore normal potassium levels, supporting nerve function, muscle contraction, and cardiac rhythm in patients who have lost potassium due to illness, medication, or dietary insufficiency.

Potassium chloride dissociates into potassium and chloride ions after oral ingestion. The potassium ions are absorbed into the bloodstream, raising extracellular potassium concentration. This re‑establishes the electrochemical gradient essential for cellular excitability, muscle contraction, and proper cardiac electrical activity, thereby correcting the deficit seen in hypokalemia.

The appropriate dose of Kaleorid is individualized by the prescribing clinician based on the patient’s current serum potassium level, underlying cause of the deficiency, renal function, and concurrent medications. The prescriber calculates the amount needed to safely raise potassium to the target range and adjusts it as follow‑up labs become available.

Safety data for Kaleorid during pregnancy and lactation are limited. Potassium is essential for fetal development, but excess levels can be harmful. Clinicians should weigh potential benefits against risks and consider monitoring maternal serum potassium closely if use is deemed necessary.

To order Kaleorid, submit an enquiry on the product page at gnhindia.com, specifying the required quantity. GNH India works with hospitals, pharmacies, and procurement teams worldwide, verifies trade or institutional credentials, and then provides pricing, availability, shipping details (including any cold‑chain needs), and required import documentation.

Kaleorid provides potassium chloride, the most common and bioavailable form of oral potassium replacement. Compared with potassium gluconate or citrate, chloride offers a straightforward ion balance and is widely used in clinical practice. Choice of formulation often depends on patient tolerance, required dose, and specific electrolyte considerations.

Kaleorid should be stored at ambient temperature, preferably below 25 °C. Keep the product in its original packaging, protect it from moisture and direct sunlight, and ensure the container is tightly closed to maintain stability throughout its shelf life.

Kaleorid is taken orally, usually with a full glass of water. It can be administered with or without food, although taking it with meals may reduce gastrointestinal irritation. The exact administration schedule is determined by the prescriber based on the patient’s potassium needs.

The most serious risks include hyperkalemia, which can cause life‑threatening cardiac arrhythmias, and severe allergic reactions such as anaphylaxis. Patients should be monitored for signs of elevated potassium, such as muscle weakness, palpitations, or ECG changes, and seek immediate medical attention if they occur.

Kaleorid should be avoided in individuals with existing hyperkalemia, severe renal impairment that limits potassium excretion, or in patients taking other potassium‑increasing agents without close monitoring. It is also contraindicated in those with known hypersensitivity to potassium chloride.

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