What are the side effects of potassium?
This question relates to a prescription drug. The answers below are not intended to replace discussions with your doctor. Please contact your healthcare provider for any prescription drug questions.
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Stacy Wiegman answered:Most side effects of potassium supplements are mild and do not require medical attention. Serious side effects are uncommon, but require immediate medical attention if they do occur. These include: abdominal pain or cramping; anxiety; breathing problems; chest or throat pain while swallowing; confusion; irregular heartbeat; itchy rash or hives; swelling of the throat and face; numbness in the hands, feet or lips; red- or black-colored bowel movements; and unusual tiredness, especially heaviness or weakness in the legs. The following side effects are more common and less serious; talk to your doctor if they persist or become bothersome: diarrhea, mild stomach discomfort, nausea, vomiting.
Most side effects of potassium supplements are mild and do not require medical attention. Serious side effects are uncommon, but require immediate medical attention if they do occur. These include: abdominal pain or cramping; anxiety; breathing... More -
MediGuard answered:Based on information from iGuard.org, a free medication monitoring service, 11% of patients experience side effects while taking Potassium. Some of the side effects reported by iGuard members include:
- Nausea/Vomiting
- Abdominal Pain/Cramps
Based on information from iGuard.org, a free medication monitoring service, 11% of patients experience side effects while taking Potassium. Some of the side effects reported by iGuard members include: Nausea/Vomiting Abdominal Pain/Cramps Please... More
