Potassium Gluconate 90 tablets

Ingredients
Potassium gluconate, calcium hydrogen phosphate, magnesium stearate.

Presentation
Bottle of 90 capsules of 500mg each.

How to use
Take one tablet daily.

Recommended
Keep out of reach of CHILDREN.
Keep in a cool, dry place.

Potassium gluconate is a type of potassium supplement. Potassium is an electrolyte, or mineral in the blood and other body fluids that carry an electric charge. It is important to maintain the balance of electrolytes in the body. Those who suffer from malabsorption syndromes, such as Crohn's disease or take diuretics, may especially benefit from taking a supplement.

Heart Health
Consuming double sodium potassium in the diet reduces the risk of dying from heart disease, according to a study published by Paul Whelton in the Journal of the American Medical Association. Taking potassium supplements can cause a drop in blood pressure, according to the Medical Center of the University of Maryland. However, the effect can only be produced if you start with a deficiency in potassium. High blood pressure is a risk factor for heart disease.

Avoid hypokalemia (low potassium)

Hypokalemia, or potassium deficiency, can be caused by a lack of potassium in the diet. It can also be caused by the use of a diuretic or have diarrhea or vomiting for long periods of time. Hypokalemia may lead to low insulin, which increases blood sugar. If potassium is kept very low, it can cause fatigue, confusion, muscle weakness and cramps. Very severe hypokalemia can cause paralysis and abnormal heart rhythms or arrhythmias. Potassium supplements can treat hypokalemia.