Effer-K® - Effervescent Potassium Citrate -Product Information
Effer-K® is an effervescent liquid prescription potassium supplement in tablet form. Simply drop the tablet into a glass of water, wait one minute for the tablet to dissolve, then enjoy the non-carbonated beverage.
Effer-K® is the combination of potassium bicarbonate and citric acid as an effervescent tablet. When placed in water the citric acid and potassium bicarbonate react. The effervescent reaction provides potassium as potassium citrate in a slightly acidic solution. The initial bicarbonate molecule is bubbled off as carbon dioxide and water. Potassium citrate and water remain.
Effer-K® is now available in 25 mEq, 20mEq and 10 mEq doses
- Effer-K® 25 mEq, Unflavored
- Effer-K® 25 mEq, Orange
- Effer-K® 25 mEq, Cherry Berry
- Effer-K® 25 mEq, Lemon Citrus
- Effer-K® 20 mEq, Unflavored
- Effer-K® 20 mEq, Orange Cream
- Effer-K® 10 mEq, Unflavored
- Effer-K® 10 mEq, Cherry Vanilla
Most physicians prescribe potassium chloride in tablet form in 10mEq and 20mEq doses.
Effer-K ®compared to KCl potassium supplements*
| Effer-K® | KCl Tablets & Capsules | KCl Solution | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liquid | yes | no | yes |
| Palatable Taste | yes | no | no |
| Easy to Swallow | yes | no | no |
| Readily Absorbed and Bio-Available | yes | no | yes |
| Ease for G or NG Tube | yes | no | yes |
| Positive GI Side Effect Profile | yes | no | no |
| Low Cost | yes | yes | no |
| Multiple Flavors | yes | no | no |
*Effer-K is not equivalent to KCl. It is potassium citrate in solution, not potassium chloride. While potassium citrate can be used to elevate potassium levels, it is not recommended for patients who have metabolic alkalosis or acid/base disorders. It may result in the alteration of the acid/base balance.