Potaba Side Effects

Generic name: potassium aminobenzoate

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Aug 6, 2024.

Note: This document provides detailed information about Potaba Side Effects associated with potassium aminobenzoate. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name Potaba.

Applies to potassium aminobenzoate: oral capsule.

While you are taking this medicine, it is important that your doctor check your progress at regular visits.

Check with your doctor right away if you cannot eat normally while taking this medicine because of nausea, loss of appetite, or for any other reason. Taking this medicine when you have not been eating normally for several days may cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).

If symptoms of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) appear, Stop taking potassium aminobenzoate (the active ingredient contained in Potaba) eat or drink something containing sugar, and check with your doctor right away. Good sources of sugar are table sugar mixed in water, sugar cubes, orange juice, corn syrup, or honey. One popular source of sugar is a glassful of orange juice containing 2 or 3 teaspoonfuls of table sugar.

• Tell someone ahead of time to take you to your doctor or to a hospital right away if you begin to feel that you may pass out. If you do pass out, emergency help should be gotten at once.
• Even if you correct the symptoms of low blood sugar by eating or drinking something with sugar, it is very important to call your doctor right away. The effects this medicine has on low blood sugar may last for a few days, and the symptoms may return often during this period of time.

Common side effects of Potaba

Some side effects of potassium aminobenzoate may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.

Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

Serious side effects of Potaba

Along with its needed effects, potassium aminobenzoate may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur while taking potassium aminobenzoate:

Symptoms of low blood sugar

• anxiety
• chills
• cold sweats
• confusion
• cool pale skin
• difficulty in concentration
• drowsiness
• excessive hunger
• fast heartbeat
• headache
• nervousness
• shakiness
• unsteady walk
• unusual tiredness or weakness

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Further information

Potaba side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.

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