Why Is The Generic Klor-con Not In A Powder?!?

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The generic Klor-Con is not in a powder. Now my grandmother has these pills that she cannot take b/c there is now a generic and she is on Medicare. She cannot crush them b/c she is 97. Medicare wants $1200 to get the regular powder version. This is BS.

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Hello, JJ! How is your grandmother? I'm very sorry about the problem that you've run into.

Yes, it is very expensive, even for the generic, to be honest.

Have you spoken to her doctor? They may be able to advise you of an alternative, such as taking several of the over the counter potassium supplements that are available, or a special diet to raise her potassium.

The FDA classifies this medication as a supplement and it is known to be very harsh on the stomach, so it should be taken with food.

Alternatively, some blood pressure medications, such as Atacand, Losartan and Spironolactone can also add potassium to the body, so they may be able to take one of them for awhile, instead. Typical side effects to these medications may include nausea, dizziness, headache, stomach pain, dehydration, increased urination and hypotension.

Is there anything else I can help with?

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Hi, I'm a nurse in long term care. If this is a tablet, put the tablet on a spoon and add a few drops of water. It will immediately become soft and you can mix in applesauce and down it will go.. I suggest taking with food and 8oz of fluid.

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