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Kaliumchloride - Glucose B. Braun

Active Ingredient:
Potassium Chloride, Glucose
Origin:
EU

Kaliumchloride - Glucose B. Braun (Potassium Chloride, Glucose)

Potassium chloride, the active ingredient in Kaliumchloride - Glucose B. Braun, is an electrolyte solution presented as an intravenous solution for intravenous use. It treats hypokalemia and provides glucose for energy supplementation in patients requiring electrolyte and fluid replenishment.

GNH India supplies Kaliumchloride - 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

Kaliumchloride - Glucose B. Braun is used in clinical situations that require correction of electrolyte imbalances and provision of energy via intravenous therapy.

  • Hypokalemia: restores serum potassium levels in patients with low potassium.
  • Electrolyte replacement: supplies potassium ions as part of comprehensive electrolyte therapy.
  • Fluid and electrolyte replenishment: contributes to volume expansion and restores electrolyte balance during dehydration or surgery.
  • Energy supplementation in parenteral nutrition: provides glucose as an immediate energy source for patients receiving total parenteral nutrition.

How It Works

  • The solution delivers potassium chloride, which dissociates to release potassium ions that are taken up by cells, correcting hypokalemia. Glucose is simultaneously infused, serving as an energy substrate and stimulating insulin release, which further promotes intracellular potassium uptake and supports cellular metabolism.

Side Effects

Common Side Effects

  • Mild vein irritation or phlebitis at the infusion site.
  • Transient hyperglycemia due to the glucose component.
  • Slight increase in serum potassium that may cause mild tingling.
  • Nausea or mild abdominal discomfort.
  • Localized swelling or edema.

Serious or Rare Side Effects

  • Hyperkalemia leading to cardiac arrhythmias.
  • Severe allergic reaction or anaphylaxis.
  • Acute metabolic acidosis.
  • Severe hyperglycemia with osmotic diuresis.
  • Hemolysis if the solution is mixed with incompatible drugs.

Precautions & Warnings

Before administration, assess serum electrolyte levels and renal function.

  • Monitor: frequent checks of serum potassium and glucose during infusion.
  • Adjust infusion rate: tailor to patient’s clinical status and laboratory values.
  • Contraindications: avoid in patients with known hypersensitivity to potassium chloride or glucose.
  • Compatibility: do not mix with calcium-containing solutions or certain antibiotics without verification.
  • Store at ambient temperature: keep in original container, protect from light and moisture.

Avoid Interactions

Major Interactions (Avoid)

  • Potassium‑sparing diuretics (e.g., spironolactone): risk of severe hyperkalemia.
  • ACE inhibitors or ARBs: may potentiate potassium accumulation.
  • Sodium bicarbonate infusion: can cause rapid shifts in potassium.

Moderate Interactions (Monitor Closely)

  • Insulin therapy: glucose may alter insulin requirements.
  • Beta‑agonists (e.g., albuterol): may cause transient potassium shifts.
  • Renal replacement therapies: adjust dosing based on clearance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Kaliumchloride - Glucose B. Braun is an intravenous electrolyte and carbohydrate solution used to correct low potassium levels (hypokalemia), replace lost electrolytes, provide fluid volume, and supply glucose for energy in patients receiving parenteral nutrition or undergoing surgery.

Potassium chloride dissociates after infusion, releasing potassium ions that are taken up by cells, thereby raising serum potassium concentrations. The accompanying glucose stimulates insulin release, which further drives potassium into cells and supplies immediate metabolic energy.

The dose is individualized by the prescribing clinician based on the patient’s current serum potassium, glucose levels, renal function, and overall fluid balance. The healthcare professional calculates the required volume and infusion rate to achieve target laboratory values.

Safety data for this specific intravenous formulation in pregnancy and lactation are limited. It should only be used when the potential benefit to the mother outweighs any possible risk to the fetus or infant, and under close medical supervision.

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.

Unlike plain potassium chloride solutions, Kaliumchloride - Glucose B. Braun combines potassium with glucose, offering both electrolyte correction and an immediate energy source. This dual composition can reduce the need for separate dextrose infusions and may improve cellular potassium uptake through insulin‑mediated mechanisms.

Store the solution at ambient temperature, below 25 °C, in its original packaging. Protect it from direct sunlight, moisture, and extreme temperatures. Do not freeze the product, and inspect the container for any leaks or particulate matter before use.

The product is administered intravenously, typically via a controlled infusion pump or gravity drip. The infusion rate is set according to the patient’s clinical condition, laboratory results, and physician orders, with continuous monitoring of vital signs and serum electrolytes.

The most critical risks include hyperkalemia, which can cause life‑threatening cardiac arrhythmias, severe allergic reactions such as anaphylaxis, and marked hyperglycemia that may lead to osmotic diuresis or metabolic complications. Prompt monitoring and dose adjustment are essential.

Patients with known hypersensitivity to potassium chloride or glucose, those with severe hyperkalemia, uncontrolled diabetes with high baseline glucose, or individuals receiving incompatible IV medications (e.g., calcium solutions) should not be given this product without careful risk assessment.

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