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Kaliumchlorid/Glucose B. Braun

Active Ingredient:
Potassium Chloride, Glucose
Origin:
EU

Kaliumchlorid/Glucose B. Braun (Potassium Chloride, Glucose)

Potassium chloride, the active ingredient in Kaliumchlorid/Glucose B. Braun, is an electrolyte and carbohydrate solution presented as an injectable solution for intravenous use. It is employed to correct low potassium levels and to provide glucose for energy, often in patients receiving intravenous therapy.
GNH India supplies Kaliumchlorid/Glucose B. Braun as a licensed, GDP‑compliant international pharmaceutical supplier serving hospitals worldwide.

Manufacturer / TM Owner

B.Braun Melsungen Ag

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Indications & Clinical Uses

Kaliumchlorid/Glucose B. Braun is used in clinical situations that require electrolyte and carbohydrate support.

  • Hypokalemia: restores serum potassium concentrations in patients with potassium deficiency.
  • Potassium replacement therapy: provides controlled potassium supplementation during acute care.
  • Fluid and electrolyte replenishment: contributes to overall electrolyte balance in intravenous fluid regimens.
  • Prevention of hypoglycemia during intravenous therapy: supplies glucose to maintain blood sugar levels while delivering potassium.

How It Works

  • The potassium chloride component dissociates to release potassium ions, directly increasing extracellular potassium and correcting hypokalemia. The glucose component supplies an immediate energy source and stimulates insulin release, which promotes cellular uptake of potassium, enhancing the redistribution of potassium into cells and supporting metabolic needs during intravenous therapy.

Side Effects

Adverse reactions may occur with any intravenous electrolyte solution.

Common Side Effects

  • Injection site irritation or pain
  • Transient hyperglycemia
  • Mild nausea or vomiting
  • Headache or dizziness
  • Temporary hyperkalemia if administered rapidly
  • Mild electrolyte imbalance symptoms

Serious or Rare Side Effects

  • Severe hyperkalemia leading to cardiac arrhythmia
  • Anaphylactic or severe allergic reaction
  • Life‑threatening cardiac arrest
  • Severe hypoglycemia
  • Metabolic acidosis
  • Hemolysis or severe vein irritation

Precautions & Warnings

Careful assessment and monitoring are required when using this intravenous solution.

  • Serum potassium assessment: verify baseline potassium levels before infusion.
  • Cardiac monitoring: observe ECG for arrhythmias during and after administration.
  • Renal impairment: adjust dose or infusion rate in patients with reduced kidney function.
  • Infusion rate: avoid rapid administration exceeding recommended limits.
  • Diabetes caution: monitor blood glucose closely in diabetic patients.
  • Store at 2-8°C: keep refrigerated, protect from light, do not freeze or shake.

Avoid Interactions

Potential drug interactions should be reviewed before initiating therapy.

Major Interactions (Avoid)

  • ACE inhibitors or ARBs: may increase serum potassium to dangerous levels.
  • Potassium‑sparing diuretics (e.g., spironolactone): risk of severe hyperkalemia.
  • NSAIDs: can reduce renal potassium excretion, heightening hyperkalemia risk.

Moderate Interactions (Monitor Closely)

  • Insulin therapy: glucose component may potentiate insulin‑induced hypoglycemia; monitor glucose.
  • Beta‑blockers: may mask symptoms of hypoglycemia and affect potassium handling.

Frequently Asked Questions

Kaliumchlorid/Glucose B. Braun is an intravenous electrolyte and carbohydrate solution used to correct low potassium levels (hypokalemia), provide potassium replacement during acute care, replenish fluids and electrolytes, and prevent hypoglycemia when glucose is needed alongside potassium in IV therapy.

Potassium chloride dissociates to release potassium ions, directly raising extracellular potassium and correcting deficiency. Glucose supplies immediate energy and stimulates insulin release, which helps drive potassium into cells, improving cellular uptake and supporting metabolic processes during intravenous treatment.

The specific dose and infusion rate are determined by the prescribing clinician based on the patient’s serum potassium, renal function, and overall clinical condition. Healthcare professionals calculate the appropriate amount to safely correct potassium deficits and meet glucose needs.

Safety data for use in pregnancy or lactation are limited. The product should only be used if the potential benefit justifies any potential risk to the fetus or infant, and the decision must be made by the treating physician after evaluating the clinical situation.

To place an order, 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 requirements), and necessary import documentation.

Kaliumchlorid/Glucose combines potassium chloride with glucose, offering both electrolyte correction and an energy source in a single infusion. Compared with plain potassium chloride solutions, it may reduce the need for separate dextrose administration and can help mitigate hypoglycemia, but clinicians must monitor both potassium and glucose levels closely.

The product should be stored at 2‑8 °C in a refrigerator, protected from light. Do not freeze or shake the vial. Before use, inspect for particulate matter or discoloration and allow the solution to reach room temperature if required for administration.

Kaliumchlorid/Glucose is administered intravenously by slow infusion, typically through a peripheral or central line. The infusion rate is set by the prescriber based on the patient’s potassium level, renal function, and clinical status, and the solution should be diluted as recommended in the product labeling.

The most serious risks include severe hyperkalemia, which can cause life‑threatening cardiac arrhythmias, and severe hypoglycemia, especially when insulin is co‑administered. Anaphylactic reactions and metabolic acidosis are also rare but critical adverse events that require immediate medical attention.

Patients with known hypersensitivity to potassium chloride, glucose, or any excipients in the formulation should avoid this product. It is also contraindicated in individuals with severe hyperkalemia, uncontrolled diabetes with high risk of hypoglycemia, or those with severe renal impairment where potassium accumulation cannot be safely managed.

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