What is neutral phosphate?
Descriptions. Phospha 250™ Neutral contains potassium phosphate and sodium phosphate. It is a phosphate supplement that is used to increase the amount of phosphate in the blood. This medicine is available only with your doctor’s prescription.
How much Phos is K-Phos Neutral?
K-phos ® neutral tablets K-hos ® Neutral Tablets: [ Each tablet contains approximately 250 mg of phosphorus, 298 mg of sodium (13.0 mEq) and 45 mg of potassium (1.1 mEq).]
How much does Neutra Phos raise potassium?
Neutra-Phos K® contains 14.25 mEq of potassium per 8 mmoles of phospho- rus, while K-Phos Neutral® only has 1.1 mEq of potassium per 8 mmoles of phosphorus. The names may be confus- ing, but K-Phos Neutral® in NOT a good potassium supplement; it is a good oral solid phosphorus supplement.
How does Neutra Phos work?
Neutra-Phos-K powder for solution is a urinary acidifier. It works by increasing the amount of acid in the urine, which lowers the pH of the urine. This may reduce the growth of some bacteria in the urine and help dissolve calcium kidney stones.
What do you take K-Phos for?
This medication helps control the amount of calcium in the body and urine. It works by making the urine more acidic.It is used to prevent calcium kidney stones. It is also used to decrease the amount of ammonia in urine, thereby reducing odor and skin irritation caused by high-ammonia urine.
Is K-Phos Neutral OTC?
Uses for K-Phos Neutral This medicine is available only with your doctor’s prescription.
Does Neutra Phos cause diarrhea?
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, or stomach/abdominal pain may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
What is another name for Neutra Phos?
Potassium phosphate/sodium acid phosphate is available under the following different brand names: K-Phos M.F., K-Phos No. 2, K-Phos Neutral, Neutra-Phos, and Uro-KP Neutral.
How do you take K-Phos Neutral?
K-PHOS® NEUTRAL tablets should be taken with a full glass of water, with meals and at bedtime. Adults: One or two tablets four times daily; Pediatric Patients over 4 years of age: One tablet four times daily. For Pediatric Patients under 4 years of age, use only as directed by a physician.
What medications should not be taken with potassium?
The following medications may cause potassium levels to decrease:
- Thiazide diuretics. Hydrochlorothiazide. Chlorothiazide (Diuril)
- Loop diuretics. Furosemide (Lasix)
- Corticosteroids.
- Amphotericin B (Fungizone)
- Antacids.
- Insulin.
- Fluconazole (Diflucan): Used to treat fungal infections.
- Theophylline (TheoDur): Used for asthma.