Drug details

KCL in D5W (potassium chloride in 5% dextrose injection)

type of

KCL in D5W (potassium chloride in 5% dextrose injection) is a fluid and electrolyte replenishment and caloric supply, used as a source of water, electrolytes and calories.

This drug may have the following side effects:
  • nausea,
  • vomiting,
  • fever,
  • abdominal pain,
  • diarrhea, and
  • infection, redness, pain, or swelling at the injection site