LU R51 (Potassium Chloride Extended-Release 8 mEq (600 mg))
Pill with imprint LU R51 is White, Capsule-shape and has been identified as Potassium Chloride Extended-Release 8 mEq (600 mg). It is supplied by Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Potassium chloride is used in the treatment of hypokalemia; prevention of hypokalemia and belongs to the drug class minerals and electrolytes. Risk cannot be ruled out during pregnancy. Potassium chloride 8 mEq (600 mg) is not a controlled substance under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA).
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Potassium Chloride Extended-Release
- Imprint
- LU R51
- Strength
- 8 mEq (600 mg)
- Color
- White
- Size
- 24.00 mm
- Shape
- Capsule-shape
- Availability
- Rx and/or OTC
- Drug Class
- Minerals and electrolytes
- Pregnancy Category
- C - Risk cannot be ruled out
- CSA Schedule
- Not a controlled drug
- Labeler / Supplier
- Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
- National Drug Code (NDC)
- 68180-0798
- Inactive Ingredients
-
ethylcellulose (10 mPa.s),
ferrosoferric oxide,
gelatin,
potassium hydroxide,
propylene glycol,
shellac,
sodium lauryl sulfate,
magnesium silicate,
titanium dioxide,
triethyl citrate
Note: Inactive ingredients may vary.
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