What is potassium supplement used for?

Intermountain Healthcare

Potassium supplements are commonly prescribed to offset loss of potassium from the body, which can occur with the use of some diuretic medications. Some examples of potassium supplements include:

K-Dur
K-Lyte
K-tab
Micro K
Slow K
Klor-con

Note:

Some brands of potassium have a waxy residue that may appear in stool (bowel movements). This is normal.
Be sure to follow your healthcare provider's directions about taking potassium.

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