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Kbal Powder

Calcium Polystyrene Sulphonate (15gm)

₹71.40 ₹84.0015% Off


Product Code: 368918
Availability: In Stock
Manufacturer: Bestead Lifesciences Pvt Ltd
Constituents

Calcium Polystyrene Sulphonate (15gm)

Usage of Kbal Powder

  • Treatment of Increased potassium levels in blood

Description of Kbal Powder

Kbal Powder may be taken with or without food. Take it regularly at a fixed time each day to get the maximum benefit of the medicine. Avoid consumption of grapefruit juice while you are taking this medicine. Do not stop taking the medicine suddenly unless the doctor tells you so. Using of Kbal Powder may cause side effects such as vomiting, nausea, loss of appetite, diarrhea, and constipation. If the side effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor. You may also need to have regular blood tests to monitor the levels of potassium and other electrolytes, such as calcium, in your blood while taking this medicine.

Possible Side-effects

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Kbal

  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Constipation
  • Fecal impaction (hardened stool that stays stuck in the rectum or lower colon)
  • Gastric irritation
  • Decreased appetite

Unit

16 gm Powder

Manufacturer

Bestead Lifesciences Pvt Ltd

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How to use Kbal Powder

Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Kbal Powder may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Kbal Powder with grapefruit juice.

How Medicine Works

Kbal Powder is an ion exchange resin. It works by removing extra potassium from your body and brings its levels back to normal. It is useful in patients who have kidney diseases and those on dialysis.

Related Warnings

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Kbal Powder.

Kbal Powder is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Kbal Powder is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Kbal Powder does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kbal Powder is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Kbal Powder is recommended.

There is limited information available on the use of Kbal Powder in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Expert Advice

  • Kbal Powder is used to lower high blood potassium level due to severe kidney diseases.
  • Dissolve or mix this medication with water before taking.
  • Stop taking this medication and inform your doctor if you get constipation after taking it.
  • Do not consume any food or drink that contains sorbitol while you are using this medication.
  • You may need to have regular blood tests to monitor the levels of potassium and other electrolytes, such as calcium, in your blood.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • How would I know if I have high potassium level?

    Your doctor will check your blood potassium levels periodically to detect high potassium levels (hyperkalemia). Make sure that you do not miss any future appointments with the doctor.

  • Are there any medicines to avoid while we take Kbal Powder?

    Yes, before taking the medicine inform your prescribing doctor if you are taking antacids containing aluminium or magnesium salts, a heart disorder medicine like digoxin, magnesium hydroxide or aluminium carbonate which are used as laxatives. Additionally, the doctors should be informed about any history of use of medicines like thyroxine tablets or lithium for mania or bipolar disorder. Concomitant use of sorbitol is not recommended.

  • Does Kbal Powder cause damage to the gut?

    No, it does not damage your gut when prescribed for certain conditions. However, in some cases it can lead to gut damage if you take this medication along with sweetener like sorbitol (used to sweeten food). Using these together can cause narrowing of the gut wall and reduced blood flow to the gut wall. This may cause severe damage to your gut. Therefore, you should avoid using any sorbitol containing food while you take Kbal Powder.

  • Does Kbal Powder cause damage to the gut?

    No, it does not damage your gut when prescribed for certain conditions. However, in some cases it can lead to gut damage if you take this medication along with sweetener like sorbitol (used to sweeten food). Using these together can cause narrowing of the gut wall and reduced blood flow to the gut wall. This may cause severe damage to your gut. Therefore, you should avoid using any sorbitol containing food while you take Kbal Powder.

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