Potassium Chloride

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Apr 27, 2023

Drug Details


Generic Name:

Potassium chloride

Common Brands:

Klor-Con, K-Tab

Availability:

Prescription only

Therapeutic Class:

Potassium supplements

Forms:

Extended-release tablet, extended-release capsule, effervescent tablet, oral solution, powder packet

Administration:

By mouth

Therapeutic Uses:

Prevention and treatment of hypokalemia (low potassium)

Controlled Status:

Not a controlled substance


Potassium Chloride Drug Class

Potassium chloride (puh-tah-see-um klaw-ride) is a potassium supplement.

Potassium Chloride Age Range

Potassium chloride is approved for use in adults and children.