K-Phos Neutral ratings & reviews

Potassium Phosphate, Monobasic, Sodium Phosphate, Dibasic, Sodium Phosphate, Monobasic
Company: Beach
Brand: K-Phos Neutral
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K-Phos Neutral, Phospha 250 Neutral
Drug class: Vitamins, Minerals, and Dietary or Nutritional Supplements
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Vitamins, Minerals, and Dietary or Nutritional Supplements, Vitamin and Mineral Supplements, Phosphorous Supplements (new), Oral Phosphorous Supplements
Overall rating
3.8
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Ranked #7
Physician ratings
  • Efficacy: effective for its intended use
  • Safety: safe to use in humans
  • Tolerability: low drug side effects
  • Accessibility: insurance/payer coverage, cost, affordability,formulary coverage, availability in your hospital or practice setting
  • Adherence: patient compliance with treatment
Efficacy
3.7/5
Safety
3.9/5
Tolerability
3.8/5
Accessibility
3.8/5
Adherence
3.8/5

Sermo AI Overview

  • K-Phos Neutral is well-regarded by healthcare professionals for its effectiveness in nutritional supplementation, particularly in inpatient settings, indicating strong acceptance and confidence in its use.
  • Patients using K-Phos Neutral experience good adherence rates, suggesting it is well-tolerated and generally accessible across different settings, promoting better compliance with nutritional therapy.
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Description

The brand name of the drug is k-phos neutral, and it contains dibasic sodium phosphate anhydrous, monobasic potassium phosphate, and monobasic sodium phosphate monohydrate as active ingredients. The drug is formulated as tablets, with each tablet providing phosphorus, sodium, and potassium. The tablets are typically intended to be taken orally.

Source: This information is sourced from FDA and powered by AI

Dosage & Administration

How should I use this medication?

Take this medication by mouth with a full glass of water. Take it as directed on the label at the same time every day. Keep taking it unless your care team tells you to stop.

Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. While this medication may be prescribed for children as young as 4 years for selected conditions, precautions do apply.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.

NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.

What if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.

Where should I keep my medication?

Keep out of the reach of children.

Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Protect from light. Throw away any unused medication after the expiration date.

NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

Side Effects

What side effects may I notice from receiving this medication?

Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:

  • Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
  • High phosphorus level—muscle pain or cramps, bone or joint pain, numbness and tingling around the mouth
  • High potassium level—muscle weakness, fast or irregular heartbeat
  • High sodium level—confusion, increased thirst, muscle weakness, unusual weakness or fatigue, twitching muscles

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):

  • Bone or joint pain
  • Diarrhea
  • Dizziness
  • Fatigue
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Warnings & Precautions

What should I tell my care team before I take this medication?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

  • Addison's disease
  • Dehydration
  • Heart disease
  • High levels of phosphate, potassium, or sodium in the blood
  • Kidney disease
  • Kidney stones
  • Low sodium diet
  • An unusual or allergic reaction to phosphorus, potassium, sodium, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
  • Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
  • Breast-feeding

What may interact with this medication?

Do not take this medication with any of the following:

  • Burosumab
  • Eplerenone
  • Sevelamer

This medication may also interact with the following:

  • Antacids or other products that contain aluminum, magnesium, or calcium
  • Certain medications for blood pressure or heart disease like lisinopril, losartan, quinapril, valsartan
  • Diuretics such as spironolactone, triamterene
  • Iron supplements
  • Magnesium supplements
  • Medications that lower your chance of fighting infection such as cyclosporine, tacrolimus
  • Other products that contain potassium or phosphorus
  • Salt substitutes
  • Vitamin D supplements

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.

What should I watch for while using this medication?

Visit your care team for regular checks on your progress. Your care team may order blood work while you are taking this medication.

You may pass a kidney stone after starting this medication. Contact your care team if you have new or unusual symptoms.

Follow a healthy diet. Taking this medication does not replace the need for a balanced diet.

Source: This information is sourced from Elsevier Inc.

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