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| Pronunciation |
 (poe
TASS ee um AS e tate, poe TASS ee
um bye KAR bun ate, & poe TASS ee um SIT rate) |
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| U.S. Brand Names |
| Tri-K® |
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| Generic Available |
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Yes |
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| Pharmacological Index |
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Electrolyte Supplement, Oral |
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| Use |
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Treatment or prevention of hypokalemia |
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| Pregnancy Risk Factor |
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C |
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| Usual Dosage |
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Oral: Adults: Prevention: 16-24 mEq/day in 2-4 divided doses Treatment: 40-100 mEq/day in 2-4 divided doses |
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| Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions |
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No information available to require special precautions |
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| Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment |
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No effects or complications reported |
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| Dosage Forms |
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Solution, oral: 45 mEq/15 mL from potassium acetate 1500 mg, potassium bicarbonate 1500 mg, and potassium citrate 1500 mg per 15 mL |
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