Potassium Chloride Injection

[Indications] It is indicated for the treatment or prevention of potassium deficiency when intravenous potassium replacement is necessary.

[Usage and dosage] The dose is determined by the serum potassium concentration and clinical condition. For adults requiring routine replacement, a common regimen is 20–40 mEq of potassium chloride diluted in an appropriate intravenous fluid, administered by controlled infusion. The infusion rate and concentration must follow the product label and institutional protocol. Concentrated potassium chloride must never be administered by direct intravenous injection.