Along with its needing effects, a drug may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Stop taking this drug and check with your family doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur :
Less common
Confusion; irregular or slow heartbeat; numbness or tingling in hands, feet, or lips; shortness of breath or difficult breathing; unexplained anxiety; unusual tiredness or weakness; weakness or heaviness of legs
Always check with your family doctor if any of the following side effects was happen
Rare
Abdominal or stomach pain, cramping, or soreness - continuing; chest or throat pain, especially when swallowing; stools with signs of blood - red or black color
More common side effects may occur that usually don't needed medical attention. These side effects may go away during treat as your body adjusts to the drug. However, check with your family doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome:
More common
Diarrhea; nausea; stomach pain, discomfort, or gas - mild; vomiting
Sometimes you may see what appears to be a whole tablet in the stool after taking certain extended-release potassium chloride tablets. This is to be expected. Your body has absorbed the potassium from the tablet and the shell is then expelled.
More common side effects not listed above may also occur in some diseaseds. If you notice any other problems, check with your family doctor.