Potassium phosphate
Generic name: potassium phosphate [ poe-TASS-ee-um-FOSS-fate ]
Brand name: Neutra-Phos-K
Dosage forms: intravenous solution (15 mmol/250 mL-NaCl 0.9%; 20 mmol/250 mL-D5%; 3 mmol/mL (with potassium 4.4 mEq/mL); 3 mmol/mL (with potassium 4.7 mEq/mL); 5 mmol/250 mL-NaCl 0.9%)
Drug class:Minerals and electrolytes
What is potassium phosphate?
Phosphorus is a naturally occurring substance that is important in every cell of the body. Phosphorous is contained in all body cells and is used for growth and repair of cells and tissues.
Potassium phosphate is used to treat or prevent hypophosphatemia (low blood levels of phosphorus). Potassium phosphate is sometimes added to intravenous (IV) fluids given to people who cannot eat or drink anything.
Potassium phosphate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use potassium phosphate if you have low levels of calcium, or high levels of potassium or phosphorus in your body.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use potassium phosphate if you have:
high levels of potassium in your blood (hyperkalemia);
low levels of calcium in your blood (hypocalcemia); or
high levels of phosphorus in your blood (hyperphosphatemia).
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
heart disease;
kidney disease; or
Addison's disease (an adrenal gland disorder).
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Do not give potassium phosphate to a child younger than 4 years old without a doctor's advice.
How is potassium phosphate given?
Potassium phosphate is given as an infusion into a vein. A healthcare provider will give your first dose and may teach you how to properly use the medication by yourself.
Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you don't understand all instructions.
Potassium phosphate must be mixed with a liquid (diluent) before using it. When using injections by yourself, be sure you understand how to properly mix and store the medicine.
Prepare an injection only when you are ready to give it. Do not use if the medicine has changed colors or has particles in it. Call your pharmacist for new medicine.
You will need frequent medical tests.
Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Call your doctor for instructions if you miss...
