Label: POTASSIUM CHLORIDE injection, solution, concentrate

  • NDC Code(s): 0409-6635-01, 0409-6635-18, 0409-6636-01, 0409-6636-18, view more
    0409-6651-06, 0409-6651-19, 0409-6653-05, 0409-6653-18
  • Packager: Hospira, Inc.
  • Category: HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None
  • Marketing Status: Abbreviated New Drug Application

Drug Label Information

Updated October 10, 2022

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  • SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

    for Injection
    Concentrate, USP

    CONCENTRATE

    MUST BE DILUTED BEFORE USE.

    FOR INTRAVENOUS INFUSION ONLY;
    MUST BE DILUTED PRIOR TO INJECTION.
    Fliptop Vials

  • DESCRIPTION

    Potassium Chloride for Injection Concentrate, USP, is a sterile, nonpyrogenic, concentrated solution of potassium chloride, USP in water for injection administered by intravenous infusion only after dilution in a larger volume of fluid. They are provided in the following variety of concentrations and sizes comprising a choice of single-dose containers, all designed to provide the commonly prescribed amounts of potassium chloride for single-dose infusion after dilution in suitable large volume parenterals.

    *
    May contain hydrochloric acid for pH adjustment.

    Additive Solution*

    (conc. & size)

    K+

    mEq/mL

    KCl

    mg/mL

    mOsmol/mL

    (calc.)

    10 mEq/5 mL

    2

    149

    4

    20 mEq/10 mL

    2

    149

    4

    30 mEq/15 mL

    2

    149

    4

    40 mEq/20 mL

    2

    149

    4

    The solutions contain no bacteriostat, antimicrobial agent or added buffer (except for pH adjustment) and each is intended only for single-dose injection (after dilution). When smaller doses are required, discard the unused portion. The pH is 4.6 (4.0 to 8.0).

    Potassium Chloride for Injection Concentrate, USP (appropriately diluted) is a parenteral fluid and electrolyte replenisher.

    Potassium Chloride, USP is chemically designated KCl, a white granular powder freely soluble in water.

    The semi-rigid material used for the plastic vials is fabricated from a specially formulated polyolefin. It is a copolymer of ethylene and propylene. The safety of the plastic has been confirmed by tests in animals according to USP biological standards for plastic containers. The container requires no vapor barrier to maintain the proper drug concentration.

  • CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY

    Potassium is the chief cation of body cells (160 mEq/liter of intracellular water) and is concerned with the maintenance of body fluid composition and electrolyte balance. Potassium participates in carbohydrate utilization and protein synthesis, and is critical in the regulation of nerve conduction and muscle contraction, particularly in the heart. Chloride, the major extracellular anion, closely follows the metabolism of sodium, and changes in the acid-base balance of the body are reflected by changes in the chloride concentration.

    Normally about 80 to 90% of the potassium intake is excreted in the urine, the remainder in the stools and, to a small extent, in perspiration. The kidney does not conserve potassium well so that during fasting, or in patients on a potassium-free diet, potassium loss from the body continues, resulting in potassium depletion. A deficiency of either potassium or chloride will lead to a deficit of the other.

  • INDICATIONS AND USAGE

    Potassium Chloride for Injection Concentrate, USP is indicated in the treatment of potassium deficiency states when oral replacement is not feasible.

  • CONTRAINDICATIONS

    Potassium Chloride for Injection Concentrate, USP is contraindicated in diseases where high potassium levels may be encountered, and in patients with hyperkalemia, renal failure and in conditions in which potassium retention is present.

  • WARNINGS

    Potentially Fatal Cardiac Adverse Reactions with Undiluted Intravenous Administration

    Direct patient injection of potassium chloride at this concentration may be instantaneously fatal. Potassium Chloride for Injection Concentrate must be diluted before administration. Fatal cardiac arrhythmia and cardiac arrest have occurred when potassium chloride was administered in an undiluted form.

    To avoid potassium intoxication, do not infuse these solutions rapidly. In patients with renal insufficiency, administration of potassium chloride may cause potassium intoxication and life-threatening hyperkalemia.

    The administration of intravenous solutions can cause fluid and/or solute overload resulting in dilution of serum electrolyte concentrations, overhydration, congested states or pulmonary edema. The risk of dilutional states is inversely proportional to the electrolyte concentration. The risk of solute overload causing congested states with peripheral and pulmonary edema is directly proportional to the electrolyte concentration.

    In patients with diminished renal function, administration of solutions containing potassium ions may result in potassium retention.

    This product contains aluminum that may be toxic. Aluminum may reach toxic levels with prolonged parenteral administration if kidney function is impaired. Premature neonates are particularly at risk because their kidneys are immature, and they require large amounts of calcium and phosphate solutions, which contain aluminum.

    Research indicates that patients with impaired kidney function, including premature neonates, who receive parenteral levels of aluminum at greater than 4 to 5 mcg/kg/day accumulate aluminum at levels associated with central nervous system and bone toxicity. Tissue loading may occur at even lower rates of administration.

  • PRECAUTIONS

    General

    Clinical evaluation and periodic laboratory determinations are necessary to monitor changes in fluid balance, electrolyte concentrations, and acid-base balance during prolonged parenteral therapy or whenever the condition of the patient warrants such evaluation. Significant deviations from normal concentrations may require the use of additional electrolyte supplements, or the use of electrolyte-free dextrose solutions to which individualized electrolyte supplements may be added.

    Potassium therapy should be guided primarily by serial electrocardiograms, especially in patients receiving digitalis. Serum potassium levels are not necessarily indicative of tissue potassium levels. Solutions containing potassium should be used with caution in the presence of cardiac disease, particularly in the presence of renal disease, and in such instances, cardiac monitoring is recommended.

    Solutions containing dextrose should be used with caution in patients with overt or known subclinical diabetes mellitus, or carbohydrate intolerance for any reason.

    If the administration is controlled by a pumping device, care must be taken to discontinue pumping action before the container runs dry or air embolism may result.

    Pregnancy

    Teratogenic Effects: Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with potassium chloride. It is also not known whether potassium chloride can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman or can affect reproduction capacity. Potassium chloride should be given to a pregnant woman only if clearly needed.

  • ADVERSE REACTIONS

    Reactions which may occur because of the solution or the technique of administration include febrile response, infection at the site of injection, venous thrombosis or phlebitis extending from the site of injection, extravasation, hypervolemia, and hyperkalemia.

    Too rapid infusion of hypertonic solutions may cause local pain and, rarely, vein irritation. Rate of administration should be adjusted according to tolerance.

    Reactions reported with the use of potassium-containing solutions include nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and diarrhea. The signs and symptoms of potassium intoxication include paresthesias of the extremities, areflexia, muscular or respiratory paralysis, mental confusion, weakness, hypotension, cardiac arrhythmias, heart block, electrocardiographic abnormalities and cardiac arrest. Potassium deficits result in disruption of neuromuscular function, and intestinal ileus and dilatation.

    If an adverse reaction does occur, discontinue the infusion, evaluate the patient, institute appropriate therapeutic countermeasures and save the remainder of the fluid for examination if deemed necessary.

  • OVERDOSAGE

    In the event of fluid overload during parenteral therapy, re-evaluate the patient's condition, and institute appropriate corrective treatment.

    In the event of overdosage with potassium-containing solutions, discontinue the infusion immediately, and institute corrective therapy to reduce serum potassium levels.

    Treatment of hyperkalemia includes the following:

    •
    Dextrose Injection USP, 10% or 25%, containing 10 units of crystalline insulin per 20 grams of dextrose administered intravenously, at a rate of 300 to 500 mL per hour.
    •
    Absorption and exchange of potassium using sodium or ammonium cycle cation exchange resin, orally and as retention enema.
    •
    Hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis. The use of potassium-containing foods or medications must be eliminated. However, in cases of digitalization, too rapid a lowering of plasma potassium concentration can cause digitalis toxicity.
  • DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION

    Potassium Chloride for Injection Concentrate, USP must be diluted before administration. Care must be taken to ensure there is complete mixing of the potassium chloride with the large volume fluid, particularly if soft or bag type containers are used.

    The dose and rate of administration are dependent upon the specific condition of each patient.

    If the serum potassium level is greater than 2.5 mEq/liter, potassium can be given at a rate not to exceed 10 mEq/hour in a concentration of up to 40 mEq/liter. The 24-hour total dose should not exceed 200 mEq.

    If urgent treatment is indicated (serum potassium level less than 2.0 mEq/liter with electrocardiographic changes and/or muscle paralysis) potassium chloride may be infused very cautiously at a rate of up to 40 mEq/hour. In such cases, continuous cardiac monitoring is essential. As much as 400 mEq may be administered in a 24 hour period. In critical conditions, potassium chloride may be administered in saline (unless contraindicated), rather than in dextrose containing fluids, as dextrose may lower serum potassium levels.

    Prior to entering vial, remove the metal seal and cleanse the rubber closure with a suitable antiseptic agent.

    Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration, whenever solution and container permit.

    TO PREVENT NEEDLE-STICK INJURIES, NEEDLES SHOULD NOT BE RECAPPED, PURPOSELY BENT, OR BROKEN BY HAND.

  • HOW SUPPLIED

    Potassium Chloride for Injection Concentrate, USP, is supplied in single-dose containers as follows:

    Unit of SaleConcentration

    NDC 0409-6635-01
    Tray of 25 single-dose containers

    10 mEq/5 mL
    (2 mEq/mL)

    NDC 0409-6636-01
    Tray of 25 single-dose containers

    30 mEq/15 mL
    (2 mEq/mL)

    NDC 0409-6651-06
    Tray of 25 single-dose containers

    20 mEq/10 mL
    (2 mEq/mL)

    NDC 0409-6653-05
    Tray of 25 single-dose containers

    40 mEq/20 mL
    (2 mEq/mL)

    Store at 20 to 25°C (68 to 77°F). [See USP Controlled Room Temperature.]

    Distributed by: Hospira Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045 USA                                                                             

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    Revised: 10/2022

  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 5 mL Vial Label

    Potassium Chloride
    for Injection Concentrate, USP

    10 mEq/5 mL (2 mEq/mL)

    CONCENTRATE
    MUST BE DILUTED BEFORE USE.

    LOT ##–###–AA
    EXP DMMMYYYY

    PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 5 mL Vial Label
  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 5 mL Vial Tray

    Potassium Chloride
    for Injection Concentrate, USP

    10 mEq/5 mL (2 mEq/mL)

    CONCENTRATE
    MUST BE DILUTED BEFORE USE.

    Rx only
    NDC 0409-6635-01
    Contains 25 of NDC 0409-6635-18

    5 mL Single-dose
    For Intravenous use.

    Hospira

    PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 5 mL Vial Tray
  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 10 mL Vial Label

    Potassium Chloride
    for Injection Concentrate, USP

    20 mEq/10 mL (2 mEq/mL)

    CONCENTRATE
    MUST BE DILUTED BEFORE USE.

    LOT ##–###–AA
    EXP DMMMYYYY

    PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 10 mL Vial Label
  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 10 mL Vial Tray

    Potassium Chloride
    for Injection Concentrate, USP

    20 mEq/10 mL (2 mEq/mL)

    CONCENTRATE
    MUST BE DILUTED BEFORE USE.

    Rx only
    NDC 0409-6651-06
    Contains 25 of NDC 0409-6651-19

    10 mL Single-dose
    For Intravenous use.

    Hospira

    PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 10 mL Vial Tray
  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 20 mL Vial Label

    20 mL Single-dose For Intravenous use.

    Potassium Chloride
    for Injection Concentrate, USP

    40 mEq/20 mL (2 mEq/mL)

    CONCENTRATE
    MUST BE DILUTED BEFORE USE.

    Distributed by Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045 USA

    PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 20 mL Vial Label
  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 20 mL Vial Tray

    Potassium Chloride
    for Injection Concentrate, USP

    40 mEq/20 mL (2 mEq/mL)

    CONCENTRATE
    MUST BE DILUTED BEFORE USE.

    Rx only
    NDC 0409-6653-05
    Contains 25 of NDC 0409-6653-18

    20 mL Single-dose
    For Intravenous use.

    Hospira

    PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 20 mL Vial Tray
  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 15 mL Vial Label

    Potassium Chloride
    for Injection Concentrate, USP

    30 mEq/15 mL (2 mEq/mL)

    CONCENTRATE

    MUST BE DILUTED BEFORE USE.

    Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045 USA

    PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 15 mL Vial Label
  • IM-3544

    Tray NDC 0409-6636-01
  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    POTASSIUM CHLORIDE 
    potassium chloride injection, solution, concentrate
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:0409-6635
    Route of AdministrationINTRAVENOUS
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    POTASSIUM CHLORIDE (UNII: 660YQ98I10) (POTASSIUM CATION - UNII:295O53K152, CHLORIDE ION - UNII:Q32ZN48698) POTASSIUM CHLORIDE149 mg  in 1 mL
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    WATER (UNII: 059QF0KO0R)  
    HYDROCHLORIC ACID (UNII: QTT17582CB)  
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:0409-6635-0125 in 1 TRAY09/19/2005
    1NDC:0409-6635-185 mL in 1 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    ANDAANDA08020509/19/2005
    POTASSIUM CHLORIDE 
    potassium chloride injection, solution, concentrate
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:0409-6651
    Route of AdministrationINTRAVENOUS
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    POTASSIUM CHLORIDE (UNII: 660YQ98I10) (POTASSIUM CATION - UNII:295O53K152, CHLORIDE ION - UNII:Q32ZN48698) POTASSIUM CHLORIDE149 mg  in 1 mL
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    WATER (UNII: 059QF0KO0R)  
    HYDROCHLORIC ACID (UNII: QTT17582CB)  
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:0409-6651-0625 in 1 TRAY11/10/2005
    1NDC:0409-6651-1910 mL in 1 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    ANDAANDA08020511/10/2005
    POTASSIUM CHLORIDE 
    potassium chloride injection, solution, concentrate
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:0409-6653
    Route of AdministrationINTRAVENOUS
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    POTASSIUM CHLORIDE (UNII: 660YQ98I10) (POTASSIUM CATION - UNII:295O53K152, CHLORIDE ION - UNII:Q32ZN48698) POTASSIUM CHLORIDE149 mg  in 1 mL
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    WATER (UNII: 059QF0KO0R)  
    HYDROCHLORIC ACID (UNII: QTT17582CB)  
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:0409-6653-0525 in 1 TRAY08/08/2005
    1NDC:0409-6653-1820 mL in 1 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    ANDAANDA08020508/08/2005
    POTASSIUM CHLORIDE 
    potassium chloride injection, solution, concentrate
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:0409-6636
    Route of AdministrationINTRAVENOUS
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    POTASSIUM CHLORIDE (UNII: 660YQ98I10) (POTASSIUM CATION - UNII:295O53K152, CHLORIDE ION - UNII:Q32ZN48698) POTASSIUM CHLORIDE149 mg  in 1 mL
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    WATER (UNII: 059QF0KO0R)  
    HYDROCHLORIC ACID (UNII: QTT17582CB)  
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:0409-6636-0125 in 1 TRAY08/12/200504/01/2013
    1NDC:0409-6636-1815 mL in 1 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    ANDAANDA08020508/12/200504/01/2013
    Labeler - Hospira, Inc. (141588017)
    Establishment
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    Hospira, Inc.093132819ANALYSIS(0409-6635, 0409-6636, 0409-6651, 0409-6653) , LABEL(0409-6635, 0409-6636, 0409-6651, 0409-6653) , MANUFACTURE(0409-6635, 0409-6636, 0409-6651, 0409-6653) , PACK(0409-6635, 0409-6636, 0409-6651, 0409-6653)
    Establishment
    NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
    Hospira, Inc.827731089ANALYSIS(0409-6635, 0409-6636, 0409-6651, 0409-6653)
    Establishment
    NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
    Pfizer Healthcare India Private Limited860037912ANALYSIS(0409-6635, 0409-6636, 0409-6651, 0409-6653) , LABEL(0409-6635, 0409-6636, 0409-6651, 0409-6653) , MANUFACTURE(0409-6635, 0409-6636, 0409-6651, 0409-6653) , PACK(0409-6635, 0409-6636, 0409-6651, 0409-6653)