Dissolve the tablet in 8 ounces (250 mL) of water for 3-5 minutes. If tablet does not dissolve completely, crush remaining pieces and stir until completely dissolved.
Do not use any liquid except water to dissolve the tablets.
Drink the medicine immediately after mixing.
Take the medicine with food.
Swallow with a full glass (8 oz) of water unless your doctor gives you different instructions.
You may take with food to prevent stomach upset.
This medicine will work best if you take it at about the same time every day.
Store at room temperature away from heat, light, and moisture. Do not keep in the bathroom.
Avoid dairy products, calcium-enriched juice or any other high calcium foods within 3 hours before or after taking this medicine.
Do not take any medicine containing calcium, magnesium, aluminum, bismuth, zinc or iron (such as antacids, vitamins, quinapril, didanosine, sucralfate) for 3 hours before or 3 hours after this medicine.
It is important that you keep taking each dose of this medicine on time even if you are feeling well.
If you forget to take a dose on time, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, do not take the missed dose. Return to your normal schedule. Do not take 2 doses at one time.
Drug interactions can change how medicines work or increase risk for side effects. Tell your health care providers about all medicines taken. Include prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal medicines. Speak with your doctor or pharmacist before starting or stopping any medicine.
Keep all appointments for medical exams and tests while on this medicine.
Do not take the medicine more than four times during 24 hours.
Brand Name(s): K-Phos
Generic Name: Potassium Phosphate, Monobasic
Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you ever had an allergic reaction to a medicine.
Do not use the medication any more than instructed.
Speak with your doctor before taking any medicine with aspirin.
It is unknown if this medicine passes into breast milk. Ask your doctor before breastfeeding.
During pregnancy, this medicine should be used only when clearly needed. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits.
Do not share this medicine with anyone who has not been prescribed this medicine.
The following is a list of some common side effects from this medicine. Please speak with your doctor about what you should do if you experience these or other side effects.
diarrhea
dizziness
headaches
nausea and vomiting
stomach upset or abdominal pain
Call your doctor or get medical help right away if you notice any of these more serious side effects:
confusion
severe, watery or bloody diarrhea
numbness or tingling in hands and feet
fast or irregular heart beats
pain in the joints
signs of kidney damage (such as change in urine color or bubbly urine)
kidney stones
muscle aches, spasms or abnormal movements
muscle cramps
stomach pain
unusual or unexplained tiredness or weakness
A few people may have an allergic reaction to this medicine. Symptoms can include difficulty breathing, skin rash, itching, swelling, or severe dizziness. If you notice any of these symptoms, seek medical help quickly.
Information about Potassium Phosphate Oral Solution (POTASSIUM ACID PHOSPHATE - ORAL)
Please speak with your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist if you have any questions about this medicine.
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