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Brand K-Lyte 25 meq from Canada by ANB Canada

The brand K-Lyte 25 meq comes from Canada manufactured by ANB Canada. It is available in the quantity of one pack of 30 effervescent tablets.

What is K-Lyte (Potassium/Citric Acid) Used For?

K-Lyte (Potassium/Citric Acid) is a mineral supplement primarily used to treat hypokalemia, a condition where potassium levels in the blood are too low. It is also used to prevent this electrolyte imbalance in people taking thiazide diuretics or corticosteroid hormones, both of which can cause the body to lose too much potassium. Furthermore, it is used in individuals with digitalis intoxication, provided severe heart block is not present (unless secondary to hypokalemia).

K-Lyte works by replenishing potassium levels in the body whenever the rate of loss through the kidneys or digestive tract is higher than the amount being consumed. Once this medication is dissolved and swallowed, the potassium is efficiently absorbed by the upper gastrointestinal tract. This mineral is critical because it enables the transmission of nerve signals throughout the brain and heart, while also facilitating the contraction of various muscles, including the heart, skeletal, and smooth muscles. The body maintains its internal balance by eventually excreting any extra potassium primarily through urine, though smaller amounts are also eliminated through the skin and in stool.

Be sure to take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor or as stated in the medication leaflet. For full information about its use, check out the prescribing information.

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Do I need a prescription to order K-Lyte, K Lyte 25 meq/30 tab ?

Yes, a prescription is required from your physician to order K-Lyte, K Lyte 25 meq/30 tab.