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POTASSIUM PHOSPHATE (poe TASS ee um FOS fate) prevents and treats low phosphorus levels in your body. Phosphorus is a mineral that plays an important role in maintaining the health of your bones, muscles, digestive tract, and nervous system.
This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
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This medication is for infusion into a vein. It is given in a hospital or clinic setting.
Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. Special care may be needed.
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.
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Do not take this medication with any of the following:
-Certain diuretics such as spironolactone, triamterene
-Eplerenone
-Sevelamer
-Sodium polystyrene sulfonate
This medication may also interact with the following:
-Certain medications for blood pressure or heart disease like lisinopril, losartan, quinapril, valsartan
-Medications that lower your chance of fighting infection such as cyclosporine, tacrolimus
-NSAIDs, medications for pain and inflammation, like ibuprofen or naproxen
-Other potassium or phosphorus supplements
-Salt substitutes
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.
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Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medication.
You may need blood work done while you are taking this medication.
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This does not apply.
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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
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
-Pain, redness, or irritation at injection site
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.
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This medication is given in a hospital or clinic and will not be stored at home.
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.
DISCLAIMER: This drug information content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Patients should always consult their physician with any questions regarding a medical condition and to obtain medical advice and treatment. Drug information is sourced from GSDD (Gold Standard Drug Database ) provided by Elsevier.
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