KALINOR Effervescent tablets, 2X15 pcs

Instructions for use of Kalinor effervescent tablets

No prescription is required for this product.Kalinor effervescent tablets are a mineral-potassium preparation for normalizing the potassium balance and preventing kidney stones.The active ingredient potassium citrate is present in the effervescent tablet as potassium citrate, potassium hydrogen carbonate and citric acid.The ready-to-drink solution contains 40.0 mmol of potassium ions, equivalent to 1.56 g of potassium, and at least 13.3 mmol of citrate ions, equivalent to 2.5 g of citrate.

Areas of application

Kalinor effervescent tablets are used in adults for potassium replacement in cases of severe hypokalemia, potassium deficiency-related disorders of nerve and muscle activity or cardiac arrhythmias, as well as simultaneous treatment with cardiac medications containing digitalis.They also serve to prevent a reduction in the blood potassium concentration when the blood becomes acidic due to ketone bodies, e.g. in diabetes, and to prevent new kidney stone formation in the case of calcium stones, insufficient citrate excretion or uric acid stones.

Important notes

Read the entire leaflet carefully as it contains important information for you.Save the leaflet as you may want to read it again later.Ask your pharmacist if you need further information or advice.If your symptoms worsen or do not improve, you should definitely see a doctor.If any of the side effects listed get serious or you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.

Contraindications

Kalinor effervescent tablets must not be used if you are hypersensitive to the active ingredients contained in the effervescent tablet or any of the other ingredients.The effervescent tablets must also not be used in diseases that are often associated with an increase in blood potassium levels above the norm, such as dehydration, impaired excretory kidney function, Addison's disease or adynamia episodica hereditaria.In addition, they should not be taken in cases of rare, inherited fructose intolerance, glucose-galactose malabsorption or sucrase-isomaltase deficiency.

Dosage and application

Always use Kalinor effervescent tablets exactly according to the instructions in this leaflet.The usual dose is 1 to 3 effervescent tablets daily.Completely dissolve an effervescent tablet in a glass of water (200 ml) and drink this solution in sips over 10-15 minutes.Taking it with a meal improves tolerance.A daily dose of 2 or more effervescent tablets should be taken throughout the day.

Side effects

Like all medicines, Kalinor effervescent tablets can cause side effects, although not everyone gets them.Possible side effects include nausea, vomiting, belching, heartburn, flatulence, abdominal pain and diarrhea.Very rarely, allergic reactions such as itchy skin or facial swelling can occur.If you notice any side effects that are not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.

Storage

Keep the medicine out of the reach and reach of children.Do not use the medicine after the expiry date stated on the label and carton.Keep the effervescent tablets in the original packaging and the container tightly closed to protect the contents from moisture.The ready-to-drink solution should be taken immediately after dissolving the effervescent tablet and will last for two weeks after opening.

Composition

The active ingredients are 2.17 g potassium citrate, 2.00 g potassium bicarbonate and 2.057 g citric acid.The other ingredients are glucose syrup, macrogol 6000, saccharin, sucrose and lemon flavor.One effervescent tablet contains 1.42 g sucrose and glucose, corresponding to approx. 0.12 bread units (BE).