Klor Con 10 Meq

What is the difference between Klor-Con M10 and MEQ 8? I can't swallow the M10, and my husband takes 8MEQ which is easy to swallow. ## Off the top of my head, the amount of active ingredient would be the main difference between the two. Just to confirm, are you comparing the following tablets? 1. White oblong tablet with the letters KC M10 imprinted on one side. (NDC 66758-170, among others). Brand: Klor-Con. Contains Potassium Chloride 750 mg, extended release. Inactive ingredients: - Croscarmellose Sodium - Ethylcelluloses - Cellulose, Microcrystalline 2. Blue capsule with the words UPSHER SMITH 0101 KCl 8MEQ. (NDC 66758-202, among others). Brand: Klor-Con Sprinkle. Contains Potassium Chloride 600 mg, extended release. Inactive ingredients: - Ethylcelluloses - Talc - Gelatin - Tit...

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Can anyone tell me how many mgs are in the KlorCon M10 ER tablet? I am trying to compare it to the 1500 mg in a Pot Chlor ER tablet 20meq. ## The Klor-Con M10 ER is listed as being equivalent to 750mgs, or 10meqs, so it's half the dosage of the one you are comparing it to. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Is there another potassium medication like "Klor con m10 er meq" that doesn't have polyethylene glycol in it?

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My rx is round with KC 10 stamped on it. Can I take one every other day so my stomach doesn't feel bad all the time? ## Hello, Kelly! How are you? I'm sorry about the problem that you're having. It's best to follow your doctor's prescribing instructions. Have you tried taking it with food, rather than on an empty stomach? That usually helps. As a matter of fact, when I was in the hospital and had to take it, they wouldn't give it to me without a meal or small snack. The FDA classifies this as a supplement and please be careful not to exceed your doctor's dosing, either, as too much of it can be just as dangerous as not enough. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Thanks for your response. my blood test showed a potassium level of 3.5. Is that just low a...

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Are the Potassium CL ER 10 MEQ Capsule and the Klor-con 10 MEQ Tablet the same thing? The Klor-con 10 MEQ Tablet is yellow and round with KC 10 on one side and nothing on the other. The Potassium CL ER 10 MEQ Capsule is blue, oblong-shaped, with AMNEAL on one side and 542 on the other side. ## Yes, they have just been manufactured by different companies, which is normal, when a medication is available as a generic. The FDA classifies this as a supplement and it is known to cause stomach pain and upset, so it should only be taken with food. Is there anything else I can help with?

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My 102 and 95 year old parents take this HUGE tablet, and they have trouble swallowing it. My mother chews it to break it up, but my research shows this is a bad idea due to more rapid release into her system. Her alternative is to refuse to take it. Is this available in smaller tablets? She probably could swallow two tablets half the size of the 20 meq. I have seen reference to a powder, as well, and wonder if that might be mixed into juice or coffee for an easier administration? ## This is a potassium supplement and you are correct, chewing them is a bad idea, because it can cause ulcerations of the esophagus and stomach. I am not aware of any smaller tablets available, however, you could ask her doctor about the powder, or using an equivalent over the counter substitute. There are so...

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round salmon colored pill ## The pill in description is Klor-con (10 mEq), also known as Potassium chloride. Potassium chloride is in the class of drugs called potassium supplements that are used to prevent hypokalaemia. NOTE: Orally, KCl is toxic in excess. You can click on the link below to view more information about this drug... If you have any more questions or comments to add, please post back so I can further assist you.

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I am currently prescibed klor-con m20 potassium supplements. I pay 100 dollars for 100 tablets. Is there any where I could find them less expensively. I have to take 3 a day ## Hello, Diane! How are you? The best suggestion I can make is to check with the various pharmacies in your area to compare prices. It seems this is one that's become somewhat expensive everywhere. Will your insurance cover it? Does anyone else have any ideas? This medication can cause stomach irritation, so it is best to take it with food. ## I ran out of my klor con m20 potassium tablets, is there any over the counter potassium tablets I can take in place of this? ## There are a couple kinds of dissolvable potassium available (by prescription). One is a powder in sealed packets and one is an effervescent tabl...

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I've been taking Klor-Con 10 MEQ for 4 days. How long until you get back to a normal potassium range? Thank you ahead of time for your help. ## It is hard to say, it really depends on how low your level was and how your body responds to the supplement. Generally, when I had to take it, I showed improvement after about a week, but we are all different. The FDA warns that it can be very harsh on the stomach, so it should be taken with food, not on an empty stomach. How are you doing, now? Has there been any change? ## Thank you Verwon for responding. I think I feel better. My leg muscles feel stronger. But I am still dizzy. This happened due to my banking position being displaced and went with a high paying / heavy industrial job with Corning. Its hot, I sweat (12 hr shifts) and I hav...

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## I had been taking POTASSIUM CL CAP 10MEQ ER. CVS Caremark recently re-filled the order and switched to POT CHLORIDE CAP 10 MEQ ER. They said it was less expensive and just as effective. I was not advised until after the switch was made. My question is what is the difference is these two Rxs? Thank you. ## There is no difference, just like they told you, it is exactly the same, the only change is they are made by different manufacturers. Is there anything else I can help you with? ## i was taking POT-chloride 10 Meg now my DOc change me to KLOR-con M20 whats the difference ## i take potassium and feel sick mostof the time what causes this ## Is there an equivalent OTC pill form medication for Klerk-con 10meq?

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Klor-con 10 Meq Extended Release Tablet by Liberty Pharmaceuticals, Inc. ## Markings: KC;10 ## Shape: Round ## Color: Yellow ## Package Codes: 0440-8110-92 ## Active Ingredients: Potassium Chloride

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Klor-con 10 Meq Extended Release Tablet by Upsher-smith Laboratories, Inc. ## Markings: KC;10 ## Shape: Round ## Color: Yellow ## Package Codes: 0245-0041-00, 0245-0041-01, 0245-0041-11, 0245-0041-15, 0245-0041-55 ## Active Ingredients: Potassium Chloride

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Klor-con 10 Meq Extended Release Tablet by Upsher-smith Laboratories, Inc. ## Markings: KC;M10 ## Shape: Oval ## Color: White ## Package Codes: 0245-0057-01, 0245-0057-10, 0245-0057-11, 0245-0057-90

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Klor-con 10 Meq Extended Release Tablet by Ncs Healthcare of Ky, Inc Dba Vangard Labs ## Markings: KC;M10 ## Shape: Oval ## Color: White ## Package Codes: 0615-5559-30, 0615-5559-31, 0615-5559-39

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Klor-con 10 Meq Extended Release Tablet by Apace Packaging LLC ## Markings: KC;M10 ## Shape: Oval ## Color: White ## Package Codes: 15338-122-30 ## Active Ingredients: Potassium Chloride

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Klor-con 10 Meq Extended Release Tablet by Remedyrepack Inc. ## Markings: KC;10 ## Shape: Round ## Color: Yellow ## Package Codes: 24236-875-20 ## Active Ingredients: Potassium Chloride

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Klor-con 10 Meq Extended Release Tablet by Contract Pharmacy Services-pa ## Markings: KC;10 ## Shape: Round ## Color: Yellow ## Package Codes: 67046-350-30

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Klor-con 10 Meq Extended Release Tablet by Aphena Pharma Solutions - Tennessee, LLC ## Markings: KC;10 ## Shape: Round ## Color: Yellow ## Package Codes: 67544-237-30, 67544-237-53, 67544-237-60, 67544-237-65, 67544-237-70, 67544-237-80, 67544-237-85, 67544-237-92, 67544-237-94 ## Active Ingredients: Potassium Chloride

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Klor-con 10 Meq Extended Release Tablet by Legacy Pharmaceutical Packaging ## Markings: KC;10 ## Shape: Round ## Color: Yellow ## Package Codes: 68645-202-54 ## Active Ingredients: Potassium Chloride

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Klor-con 10 Meq Extended Release Tablet by Mckesson Contract Packaging ## Markings: KC;M10 ## Shape: Oval ## Color: White ## Package Codes: 76237-194-30