Potassium chloride interactions

Potassium chloride (Klor-Con, K-Tab, Micro-K), a potassium supplement has 50 documented interactions across the FDA labels and fact sheets we index: 6 major, 32 moderate, 12 minor, and 0 where a label reports no significant interaction. Each entry below quotes the sentence behind it. This drug page is a starting point, not a verdict for your situation.

Major interactions (6)

  • Amiloridepotassium-sparing diureticMajor

    Potassium chloride is contraindicated in patients on triamterene and amiloride. (Potassium chloride label, Contraindications)

  • Eplerenonealdosterone antagonistMajor

    …with: • type 2 diabetes with microalbuminuria, • serum creatinine > 2.0 mg/dL in males or >1.8 mg/dL in females, • creatinine clearance < 50 mL/min, or • concomitant administration of potassium supplements or potassium-sparing diuretics (e.g., amiloride, spironolactone, or triamterene) [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) , Adverse Reactions (6.2) , Drug Interactions… (Eplerenone label, Contraindications)

  • GlycopyrrolateanticholinergicMajor

    • GI Toxicity with Solid Oral Dosage Forms of Potassium Chloride : Concomitant use is not recommended. (Glycopyrrolate label, Drug interactions)

  • Spironolactone and hydrochlorothiazidealdosterone antagonistMajor

    Information for patients Patients who receive spironolactone and hydrochlorothiazide tablets should be advised to avoid potassium supplements and foods containing high levels of potassium including salt substitutes. (Spironolactone and hydrochlorothiazide label, Precautions)

  • Triamterenepotassium-sparing diureticMajor

    Potassium chloride is contraindicated in patients on triamterene and amiloride. (Potassium chloride label, Contraindications)

  • Triamterene and hydrochlorothiazidepotassium-sparing diureticMajor

    Potassium chloride is contraindicated in patients on triamterene and amiloride. (Potassium chloride label, Contraindications)

Moderate interactions (32)

  • AliskirenantihypertensiveModerate

    Risk factors for the development of hyperkalemia include renal insufficiency, diabetes, combination use with ARBs or ACEIs [see Contraindications (4) , Warnings and Precautions (5.2) , and Clinical Studies (14.3) ] , NSAIDs, or potassium supplements or potassium sparing diuretics. (Aliskiren label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Amlodipine and benazeprildihydropyridine calcium channel blockerModerate

    Risk factors for the development of hyperkalemia include renal insufficiency, diabetes mellitus, and the concomitant use of potassium-sparing diuretics, potassium supplements, and/or potassium-containing salt substitutes. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • AspirinNSAIDModerate

    Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs: Monitor for hyperkalemia ( 7.3 ) (Potassium chloride label, Drug interactions)

  • Aspirin and dipyridamoleantiplatelet agentModerate

    Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs: Monitor for hyperkalemia ( 7.3 ) (Potassium chloride label, Drug interactions)

  • BenazeprilACE inhibitorModerate

    Risk factors for the development of hyperkalemia include renal insufficiency, diabetes mellitus, and the concomitant use of potassium-sparing diuretics, potassium supplements and/or potassium-containing salt substitutes [see Drug Interactions (7.1) ] . (Benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Candesartanangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate

    Agents Increasing Serum Potassium Co-administration of candesartan cilexetil with potassium sparing diuretics, potassium supplements, potassium-containing salt substitutes or other drugs that raise serum potassium levels may result in hyperkalemia. (Candesartan label, Drug interactions)

  • CaptoprilACE inhibitorModerate

    Potassium-sparing diuretics such as spironolactone, triamterene, or amiloride, or potassium supplements should be given only for documented hypokalemia, and then with caution, since they may lead to a significant increase of serum potassium. (Captopril label, Drug interactions)

  • CelecoxibNSAIDModerate

    Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs: Monitor for hyperkalemia ( 7.3 ) (Potassium chloride label, Drug interactions)

  • CyclosporineimmunosuppressantModerate

    Caution is also required when cyclosporine is coadministered with potassium sparing drugs (e.g., angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors, angiotensin II receptor antagonists), potassium-containing drugs as well as in patients on a potassium rich diet. (Cyclosporine label, Drug interactions)

  • DiclofenacNSAIDModerate

    Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs: Monitor for hyperkalemia ( 7.3 ) (Potassium chloride label, Drug interactions)

  • EnalaprilACE inhibitorModerate

    Risk factors for the development of hyperkalemia include renal insufficiency, diabetes mellitus, and the concomitant use of potassium-sparing diuretics, potassium supplements and/or potassium-containing salt substitutes [see Drug Interactions ( 7.3 )]. (Enalapril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • EtodolacNSAIDModerate

    Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs: Monitor for hyperkalemia ( 7.3 ) (Potassium chloride label, Drug interactions)

  • FludrocortisonecorticosteroidModerate

    Monitor serum potassium levels; use potassium supplements if necessary. (Fludrocortisone label, Drug interactions)

  • FosinoprilACE inhibitorModerate

    Potassium-sparing diuretics (spironolactone, amiloride, triamterene, and others) or potassium supplements can increase the risk of hyperkalemia. (Fosinopril label, Drug interactions)

  • IbuprofenNSAIDModerate

    Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs: Monitor for hyperkalemia ( 7.3 ) (Potassium chloride label, Drug interactions)

  • IndomethacinNSAIDModerate

    Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs: Monitor for hyperkalemia ( 7.3 ) (Potassium chloride label, Drug interactions)

  • KetorolacNSAIDModerate

    Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs: Monitor for hyperkalemia ( 7.3 ) (Potassium chloride label, Drug interactions)

  • LisinoprilACE inhibitorModerate

    Risk factors for the development of hyperkalemia include renal insufficiency, diabetes mellitus, and the concomitant use of potassium-sparing diuretics, potassium supplements and/or potassium-containing salt substitutes [see Drug Interactions (7.1) ] . (Lisinopril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazideACE inhibitorModerate

    Use of lisinopril with potassium-sparing diuretics (e.g., spironolactone, eplerenone, triamterene, or amiloride), potassium supplements, or potassium-containing salt substitutes may lead to significant increases in serum potassium. (Lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazide label, Drug interactions)

  • MeloxicamNSAIDModerate

    Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs: Monitor for hyperkalemia ( 7.3 ) (Potassium chloride label, Drug interactions)

  • MoexiprilACE inhibitorModerate

    Potassium Supplements and Potassium-Sparing Diuretics: Moexipril hydrochloride can increase serum potassium because it decreases aldosterone secretion. (Moexipril label, Drug interactions)

  • NabumetoneNSAIDModerate

    Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs: Monitor for hyperkalemia ( 7.3 ) (Potassium chloride label, Drug interactions)

  • NaproxenNSAIDModerate

    Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs: Monitor for hyperkalemia ( 7.3 ) (Potassium chloride label, Drug interactions)

  • Olmesartanangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate

    Risk factors for the development of hyperkalemia include renal insufficiency, diabetes mellitus, and the concomitant use of potassium-sparing diuretics, potassium supplements and/or potassium-containing salt substitutes [see Drug Interactions (7.3) ] . (Olmesartan label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PerindoprilACE inhibitorModerate

    Risk factors for the development of hyperkalemia include renal insufficiency, diabetes mellitus and the concomitant use of agents such as potassium-sparing diuretics, potassium supplements and/or potassium-containing salt substitutes [see Drug Interactions (7.2) ] . (Perindopril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Sacubitril and valsartanangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate

    Potassium-Sparing Diuretics As with other drugs that block angiotensin II or its effects, concomitant use of potassium-sparing diuretics (e.g., spironolactone, triamterene, amiloride), potassium supplements, or salt substitutes containing potassium may lead to increases in serum potassium [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5)] . (Sacubitril and valsartan label, Drug interactions)

  • Spironolactonealdosterone antagonistModerate

    This risk is increased by impaired renal function or concomitant potassium supplementation, potassium-containing salt substitutes or drugs that increase potassium, such as angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors and angiotensin receptor blockers [see Drug Interactions ( 7.1 )] . (Spironolactone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Sumatriptan and naproxentriptanModerate

    Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs: Monitor for hyperkalemia ( 7.3 ) (Potassium chloride label, Drug interactions)

  • Telmisartanangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate

    Hyperkalemia Hyperkalemia may occur in patients on ARBs, particularly in patients with advanced renal impairment, heart failure, on renal replacement therapy, or on potassium supplements, potassium-sparing diuretics, potassium-containing salt substitutes or other drugs that increase potassium levels. (Telmisartan label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TrandolaprilACE inhibitorModerate

    Use of potassium-sparing diuretics (spironolactone, triamterene, or amiloride), potassium supplements, or potassium-containing salt substitutes concomitantly with ACE inhibitors can increase the risk of hyperkalemia. (Trandolapril label, Drug interactions)

  • Valsartanangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate

    Potassium-sparing diuretics, potassium supplements or salt substitutes may lead to increases in serum potassium, and in heart failure patients, increases in serum creatinine ( 7.1 ) (Valsartan label, Drug interactions)

  • Valsartan and hydrochlorothiazideangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate

    …Serum Potassium: Concomitant use of valsartan with other agents that block the renin-angiotensin system, potassium-sparing diuretics (e.g., spironolactone, triamterene, amiloride), potassium supplements, salt substitutes containing potassium or other drugs that may increase potassium levels (e.g., heparin) may lead to increases in serum potassium and in heart… (Valsartan and hydrochlorothiazide label, Drug interactions)

Minor mentions (12)

  • Azilsartanangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Minor

    Renin-angiotensin-aldosterone Inhibitors Drugs that inhibit the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) including angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), spironolactone, eplerenone, or aliskiren produce potassium retention by inhibiting aldosterone production. (Potassium chloride label, Drug interactions)

  • Bimatoprostprostaglandin analogMinor

    Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) NSAIDs may produce potassium retention by reducing renal synthesis of prostaglandin E and impairing the renin-angiotensin system. (Potassium chloride label, Drug interactions)

  • Bumetanideloop diureticMinor

    Supplemental potassium and/or spironolactone may prevent hypokalemia and metabolic alkalosis in these patients. (Bumetanide label, Warnings)

  • HyoscyamineanticholinergicMinor

    Drug interactions may occur when anticholinergics are used with the following medications: antacids, antidiarrheals (adsorbent), other anticholinergics, antimyasthenics, cyclopropane, haloperidol, ketoconazole, metoclopramide, opioid (narcotic) analgesics, and potassium chloride. (Hyoscyamine label, Drug interactions)

  • Irbesartanangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Minor

    Renin-angiotensin-aldosterone Inhibitors Drugs that inhibit the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) including angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), spironolactone, eplerenone, or aliskiren produce potassium retention by inhibiting aldosterone production. (Potassium chloride label, Drug interactions)

  • Latanoprostprostaglandin analogMinor

    Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) NSAIDs may produce potassium retention by reducing renal synthesis of prostaglandin E and impairing the renin-angiotensin system. (Potassium chloride label, Drug interactions)

  • Losartanangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Minor

    Renin-angiotensin-aldosterone Inhibitors Drugs that inhibit the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) including angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), spironolactone, eplerenone, or aliskiren produce potassium retention by inhibiting aldosterone production. (Potassium chloride label, Drug interactions)

  • Losartan and hydrochlorothiazideangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Minor

    Renin-angiotensin-aldosterone Inhibitors Drugs that inhibit the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) including angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), spironolactone, eplerenone, or aliskiren produce potassium retention by inhibiting aldosterone production. (Potassium chloride label, Drug interactions)

  • Misoprostolprostaglandin analogMinor

    Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) NSAIDs may produce potassium retention by reducing renal synthesis of prostaglandin E and impairing the renin-angiotensin system. (Potassium chloride label, Drug interactions)

  • QuinaprilACE inhibitorMinor

    Renin-angiotensin-aldosterone Inhibitors Drugs that inhibit the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) including angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), spironolactone, eplerenone, or aliskiren produce potassium retention by inhibiting aldosterone production. (Potassium chloride label, Drug interactions)

  • RamiprilACE inhibitorMinor

    Renin-angiotensin-aldosterone Inhibitors Drugs that inhibit the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) including angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), spironolactone, eplerenone, or aliskiren produce potassium retention by inhibiting aldosterone production. (Potassium chloride label, Drug interactions)

  • Treprostinilprostaglandin analogMinor

    Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) NSAIDs may produce potassium retention by reducing renal synthesis of prostaglandin E and impairing the renin-angiotensin system. (Potassium chloride label, Drug interactions)

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