Question 1

How can I lower the cost of my potassium chloride

Accepted Answer

You can lower cost of your potassium chloride using one of the 4 following drug savings programs: Rx Advantage Card for potassium chloride, Canadian Prescription Savings for potassium chloride, potassium chloride Drug Coupons, potassium chloride Patient Assistance Programs

Question 2

What dosages is potassium chloride available in?

Accepted Answer

potassium chloride is available as a 600 mg (8 mEq) and 750 mg (10 mEq) extended-release tablet.

Question 3

What is potassium chloride used for?

Accepted Answer

potassium chloride is a potassium supplement that is used for the prevention and treatment of low blood potassium levels (hypokalemia).

Question 4

How does potassium chloride work?

Accepted Answer

potassium chloride is a potassium salt, or supplement, used to raise your blood potassium levels when they’re too low. Potassium is essential for heart, nerve, and muscle health as well as for other important processes in the body to work properly.

Question 5

How do I take potassium chloride?

Accepted Answer

potassium chloride is typically given in dose ranges from 40 mEq to 100 mEq, split into 2 to 5 smaller doses and taken by mouth throughout the day. Your child’s provider will determine the dose based on your child’s body weight.

Question 6

Is it safe for me to take potassium chloride?

Accepted Answer

potassium chloride is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you. You should not use this medication if you are taking triamterene and amiloride.

Question 7

potassium chloride Common Side Effects

Accepted Answer

Common side effects of potassium chloride include:  Nausea Vomiting Passing gas Stomach pain or discomfort Diarrhea

Question 8

potassium chloride Serious Side Effects

Accepted Answer

Serious side effects are rare with potassium chloride. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.  Dangerously high potassium: tiredness, weakness, muscle cramps or pain, chest pain, unusual heartbeat, trouble breathing Injury to the stomach or intestines: vomiting, stomach pain, bloating, black-colored or tarry stools

Question 9

Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on potassium chloride

Accepted Answer

The following medications may interact with potassium chloride:  Triamterene and amiloride: Concomitant use is contraindicated Renin-angiotensin-aldosterone inhibitors: Monitor for hyperkalemia Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs: Monitor for hyperkalemia

Question 10

Who makes potassium chloride?

Accepted Answer

Various FDA-approved generic manufacturers

Question 11

Is potassium chloride safe in pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

It is not known if potassium chloride will harm your unborn baby. You should talk to your healthcare provider before taking this medication if you are pregnant.

Question 12

What is the brand name for potassium chloride?

Accepted Answer

KLOR-CONMICRO-K

Question 13

How can NowPatient help me to lower the cost of my potassium chloride prescription?

Accepted Answer

After you create a FREE account with NowPatient, you will have access to 4 programs that can help lower the cost of your potassium chloride prescription

Applicability to each program will be dependent on your insurance status.

Question 14

How do the NowPatient potassium chloride savings programs work?

Accepted Answer

After you have created your FREE account with NowPatient, you can access the various programs from your account dashboard. Each program has clear instructions on how to check your eligibility. You can see how the process works by clicking on the feature link below and seeing the ‘How it works’ steps.

Drug Coupon and Patient Assistance Programs require an eligibility quiz to be completed.

Question 15

Are the NowPatient potassium chloride savings programs suitable for everyone, regardless of insurance status?

Accepted Answer

No. Each program has its own eligibility and applicability requirements. The table below shows if a program is available to you, based on your insurance status.

	Rx Advantage Card* for potassium chloride	Canadian Prescription Savings* for potassium chloride	potassium chloride Drug Coupon*	potassium chloride Patient Assistance Program*
Insured (federal, state or government)	Available	Available	Not Available	Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company
Insured (Commercial or Private)	Available	Available	Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company	Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company
Uninsured	Available	Available	Not Available	Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company
Insured but without pharmacy benefit or drug coverage	Available	Available	Not Available	Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company

*This is not insurance.

Question 16

Are the NowPatient drug savings programs suitable for brand and generic versions of potassium chloride?

Accepted Answer

No. Each program has applicability requirements. Please see below

	Rx Advantage Card* for potassium chloride	Canadian Prescription Savings* for potassium chloride	potassium chloride Drug Coupon*	potassium chloride Patient Assistance Program*
Brand	Yes	Yes	Yes, If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company	Yes, If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company
Generic	Yes	Yes	No	No

*This is not insurance.

Question 17

If you have Medicare Part D or Medicare Advantage and none of the potassium chloride savings options are applicable or affordable for me, what can you do?

Accepted Answer

If you are insured with Medicare and the potassium chloride drug savings options are not applicable to you and still remain unaffordable, then you can check Medicaid eligibility in your state by following the instructions at HealthCare.gov.

The government site is easy to use and after you have selected your state, it will navigate you to the appropriate contact point to make the application. State Medicaid programs may cover the full cost of your medication.

People who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid are called ‘dual eligibles’.

If you are denied Medicaid for potassium chloride, and you are still unable to afford your copay or co-insurance element (for example if you are in the coverage gap or Donut Hole) then you may be eligible for a federal support program like Low Income Subsidy. To be eligible for Low Income Subsidy, you need to be a resident in one of the 50 States or the District of Columbia. You can check eligibility online at SSA Medicare D Extra Help. You can also call Social Security at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778).

Question 18

I am uninsured or underinsured and none of the potassium chloride prescription saving options are applicable or affordable for me, what can I do?

Accepted Answer

If you are uninsured or underinsured (for example, potassium chloride is not covered by your plan) and the drug savings options are not applicable or still unaffordable, then you can check Medicaid eligibility in your state by following the instructions at HealthCare.gov.

The government site is easy to use and you can select your state and it will navigate you to the appropriate contact point to make the application. State Medicaid programs may cover the full cost of your medication.

If you are denied and all else fails, and if you have been prescribed potassium chloride for an FDA-approved indication, you can call the pharmaceutical company to see if they have any other assistance programs.

Question 19

I am commercially or privately insured and none of the potassium chloride prescription saving options are applicable or affordable for me, what can I do?

Accepted Answer

If your medication is not covered by your plan, you can appeal your insurance company’s decision. Sometimes, a formal appeal can result in the drug being covered if it is deemed medically necessary.

If you cannot afford your copay contribution, then you can check Medicaid eligibility in your state by following the instructions at HealthCare.gov.

However, being privately insured might complicate your eligibility for Medicaid, as having private insurance may be considered in the financial eligibility assessment.

The government site is easy to use and you can select your state and it will navigate you to the appropriate contact point to make the application. If you qualify, state Medicaid may cover the full cost of your medication.

Question 20

If I have federal, state or commercial insurance and none of the potassium chloride prescription saving options are applicable or affordable for me, are there any other support organisations that can help me with my co-insurance or copay contributions?

Accepted Answer

If you have already tried Medicaid and received a denial letter or if you are insured with Medicare and have been denied Low-Income Subsidy, then you can try one of the following organizational support programs:

1. Patient Access Network Foundation (PAN) assistance for potassium chloride

If you are having trouble paying for your potassium chloride medication due to unaffordable copays or deductibles, the Patient Access Network Foundation (PAN), may be able to assist you. To qualify for PAN assistance for potassium chloride you will need to meet one or all of the following criteria:

Your income is below 400% of the federal poverty level
potassium chloride is prescribed for an approved FDA indication
You live in and receive treatment in the United States or U.S. territories, even if you do not have U.S. citizenship
You have Medicare insurance coverage that covers potassium chloride
If potassium chloride is listed on PAN’s list of covered medications

You can check the Patient Access Network Foundation Website for more information.

2. HealthWell Foundation Copay Program for potassium chloride

If you are having trouble paying for your potassium chloride medication due to unaffordable copays or deductibles, the HealthWell Foundation Copay Program may be able to assist you. To qualify for assistance for potassium chloride you will need to meet the following criteria:

You live in and are being treated in the United States
You are insured and your plan covers potassium chloride
If potassium chloride is listed on the HealthWell Foundation’s list of covered medications

You can check the HealthWell Foundation Website for more information.

3. Patient Advocate Foundation Co-Pay Relief Program for potassium chloride

Patient Advocate Foundation’s Co-Pay Relief program exists to help reduce the financial distress you or your family may face when paying for your potassium chloride treatment. If you qualify and can demonstrate the need, the foundation will provide you with direct payment covering co-pays, co-insurance, and deductibles. To qualify for assistance for potassium chloride you will need to meet the following criteria:

You must be currently insured and have coverage for potassium chloride
You must have a confirmed diagnosis and treatment plan
You must reside and receive treatment in the United States
Your Income must fall at or below 300% or 400% of the Federal Poverty Guideline (FPG) with consideration for the Cost of Living Index (COLI) and number in the household
Applications can also be completed by contacting the program sponsor, toll-free at 866-512-3861.

You can check the Patient Advocate Foundation Website for more information.