KALINOR®- retard P 600mg hard capsules

KALINOR-retard P 600mg in detail

The total dose should not be exceeded without consulting a doctor or pharmacist.

Method of use?
Take the medicine with liquid (e.g. 1 glass of water). If you have difficulty swallowing, the capsule can be opened and taken with liquid or semi-solid food.

Duration of use?
The duration of use depends on the type of complaint and/or duration of the illness and is therefore only determined by your doctor.

Overdosage?
Overdosage can lead to a drop in blood pressure, restlessness, general weakness, slow pulse, life-threatening cardiac arrhythmia, paresthesia, paralysis and states of confusion. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor immediately.

In general: Pay particular attention to conscientious dosing, especially with infants, small children and the elderly. If in doubt, ask your doctor or pharmacist about any effects or precautions.

A dosage prescribed by a doctor may differ from the information on the package leaflet. Since the doctor will adjust it individually, you should therefore use the medicine according to his instructions.

Storage

Storage before opening
The medicine must be stored away from moisture (e.g. in a tightly closed container).
Storage after opening or preparation
The medicinal product may be used for a maximum of 6 months after opening/preparation!
The medicinal product must be stored after opening/preparation
- at room temperature
- protected from moisture (e.g. in a tightly closed container)
!What speaks against use?

- Hypersensitivity to the ingredients
- Too high a potassium content in the blood
- Lack of fluids
- Restricted excretory function of the kidneys
- Adrenal cortical hypofunction#Addison's disease
- Hereditary muscle disease (hyperkalaemic periodic paralysis)
- Hereditary anaemia (sickle cell anaemia)
- Metabolic imbalances in the acidic range

Which age group should be considered?
- Children and adolescents under 18 years of age: The medicine should generally not be used in this age group.

What about pregnancy and breastfeeding?
- Pregnancy: According to current knowledge, the medicine has no harmful effects on the development of your child or the birth.
- Breastfeeding: According to current knowledge, there is no evidence that the medicine should not be used during breastfeeding.

If you have been prescribed the medicine despite a contraindication, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. The therapeutic benefit may be greater than the risk associated with use in the case of a contraindication.

What adverse effects can occur?

- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Belching
- Heartburn
- Escape of intestinal gases
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhoea
- Cardiac arrhythmia
- Excessive potassium levels in the blood
- Allergic reaction
- Skin inflammation (eczema)
- Itching
- Skin rash

If you notice any discomfort or change during treatment, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

The information provided here is based primarily on side effects that occur in at least one in 1,000 patients treated.

What should you be aware of?
- Be careful if you are allergic to colourants (e.g. quinoline yellow with the E number E 104)!
How does the ingredient in the medicine work?

The active ingredient is an important mineral in the body that controls nerve and muscle function. A deficiency can lead to muscle cramps, cardiac arrhythmia and hyperacidity of the body (metabolic acidosis).

Application

- Treatment of reduced potassium levels in the blood (hypokalaemia)- Prevention of reduced potassium levels in the blood (hypokalaemia) when using diuretics

Dosage

As the dosage of the medicine depends on various factors, it should be individually tailored to you by your doctor.The dosage is usually slowly adjusted by your doctor to a suitable maintenance dose for you.consult your doctor or pharmacist about the dosage.general dosage recommendation- prophylaxis:1 capsule2-3 times dailyadultsduring or after a mealgeneral dosage recommendation- treatment:1-2 capsules3 times daily (up to 12 capsules per day)adultsduring a meal