• Hyperkalemia

When Ketach powder is ingested, it passes through the stomach and enters the small intestine, where it starts to exchange sodium ions for potassium ions. It effectively removes excess potassium from the body. The exchange process occurs primarily in the colon, where the concentration of potassium is highest. By removing excess potassium from the body, It helps to prevent the complications associated with hyperkalemia.

Inform your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications may interact with Ketach powder and reduce effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.

• Store Ketach powder at room temperature (15°C to 30°C).
• Keep it out of reach from children.

Ketach is an oral powder. The dose and frequency of administration will be decided by your doctor based on your disease condition and other factors. Take medicine as directed by your physician. Take it with or without food. The chances of stomach upset are less if you take this powder with food. The oral powder is prescribed when the patient cannot swallow the tablet form of this medicine. The recommended dose is based on the individual’s body weight. It is important to complete the whole course, even if you start to feel better quickly.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them.

Serious

• Signs of allergic reactions such as sneezing, itchy nose, wheezing, itchy and red skin
• Stomach irritation and bleeding
• Faecal impaction (hard lump of stool causing liquid stool, stomach pain)
• Signs of bowel obstruction and perforation such as cramping, severe stomach pain, chills, fever

Common

• Tiredness
• Confusion
• Muscle weakness
• Muscle cramps
• Altered heart rate
• Excessive thirst
• Frequent urination
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Constipation

Your doctor may suggest tests for regular monitoring of your electrolyte level during treatment with this medicine. Shake the oral powder before every use. It is recommended to avoid taking Ketach powder in a larger or smaller quantity than prescribed by your doctor. This powder should not be taken with other medications or supplements, as it can result in serious side effects. It is important to avoid foods that are high in potassium such as bananas, oranges, tomatoes, spinach, nuts, dark chocolates, and salted foods, as they can interact with the medication and increase the risk of hyperkalemia. During the powder intake, it is necessary to sit up properly while taking the medicine so that you do not suffocate when you swallow it.

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