Drug details

Slow-K (potassium chloride)

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Slow-K (potassium chloride) is an electrolyte replenisher, a mineral supplement used to prevent or treat low amounts of potassium in the blood. Slow-K is available in generic form.

This drug may have the following side effects:
  • nausea,
  • vomiting,
  • diarrhea, and
  • stomach pain or upset,
  • gas,
  • rarely, skin rash.
The following drugs are related to Slow-K, either as a replacement or used together:
  • Veltassa (patiromer powder for suspension in water for oral administration)