Kalinor Retard Dosage/Direction for Use

The dose depends on the potassium loss to be balanced and will be adapted personally for the patient. If not prescribed by a doctor, the following are the recommended doses.
For prophylaxis of a potassium deficiency in general, 2-3 capsules Kalinor Retard daily (corresponding to 16-24 mmol Potassium ions). A dosage of 3x1 capsules daily can be started, then, where necessary, adapted to the patient's personal potassium requirement.
For treatment of a potassium deficiency, 5-12 capsules Kalinor Retard daily (corresponding to 40-96 mmol Potassium ions). A dosage of 3x2 capsules daily can be started, then, where necessary, adapted to the patient's personal potassium requirement.
Method of administration: The capsules should be swallowed whole at mealtimes with plenty of fluid (at least a water glass full). If the patient has difficulties swallowing capsules, both halves of the capsule can be pulled apart and the contents taken from a spoon. Do not forget to then drink plenty of fluid (at least a water glass full).
A daily dose of more than 2 capsules should be taken divided across the day (e.g. mornings, midday, evenings), i.e. divided into 2 or more individual doses.
Duration of use: Continued administration of Kalinor Retard is recommended for as long as the cause of the potassium deficiency persists. In other cases, days to weeks often suffice to balance the potassium deficiency.
Patients should consult their doctor or pharmacist if they think that the effect of Kalinor Retard is too strong or too weak.
Forgotten intake of Kalinor Retard: Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose; however, more than 2 capsules should not be taken at once.
Stopping intake of Kalinor Retard: If Kalinor Retard should be taken to control a potassium deficiency or to prevent the occurrence of a potassium deficiency, then the intake of potassium through Kalinor Retard is necessary to maintain a balance in the potassium levels. Without taking this additional potassium, the intake of potassium through food is inadequate to cover the current potassium requirement. If patients interrupt taking Kalinor Retard or stop taking it prematurely, they may develop a potassium deficiency, which can have negative effects on the heart and the functioning of nerves and muscles.