K-Norm Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information
Potassium supplement like K-Norm is used to treat hypokalemia (low levels of K-Norm in the body) and mild hypertension (high blood pressure). K-Norm is essential for the proper functioning of various vital organs such as the heart, kidney as well as muscles and nerves. Generally a well-balanced proper diet and exercise provide the necessary K-Norm to the body. However, extreme diet (anorexia or bulimia), diseases like colitis or other digestive disorders including diarrhea, kidney disease and the use of water-pills (diuretics) may deplete the body's supply of K-Norm, resulting in muscles weakness, fatigue, irregular heartbeat, nausea, vomiting and coma.
K-NORM SIDE EFFECTS
K-Norm side effects include diarrhea, gas, nausea, stomach pain, nausea and vomiting. Rare K-Norm side effects may include hypotension (low blood pressure), fatigue, muscles weakness especially in the legs, rash, tingling and abnormal heart rhythms.
K-NORM SIDE EFFECTS REPORTING
If you experience any K-Norm side effects not mentioned above you should report it to your primary health care provider or FDA 1-800-FDA-1088 in the United States, Health Canada 1-866-225-0709 in Canada, MHRA 020 3080 6000 in UK, or TGA 1800 020 653 in Australia.
K-NORM OVERDOSE
Symptoms of K-Norm overdose may include low blood pressure, fatigue, blood in stools, irregular heartbeat, muscle weakness, breathing difficulties, confusion and heart attack.In case of K-Norm overdose, seek medical help right away.
If you miss a dose of K-Norm, take it as soon as you can. However, if it is just about time for your next dose, skip the one you forgot and go on with your regular schedule. Never take a double dose of K-Norm.
K-NORM AND PREGNANCY
K-Norm is considered safe for pregnant and nursing women.
K-NORM CAUTION
Exercise can increase the amount of K-Norm in the body. Make sure to consult your physician before starting any new exercise program while taking K-Norm.
Before using K-Norm, tell your physician about any condition that you may have including dehydration, heat cramps, diabetes, heart problems, liver or kidney disease, ulcers, or severe burns.
K-NORM INTERACTION
Check with your physician before combining K-Norm with the following:
