Kaycut Powder

Composition of Kaycut Powder

Kaycut Powder contains Calcium Polystyrene Sulphonate (15gm).

Uses of Kaycut Powder

Increased potassium levels in blood

Key benefits

• In Increased potassium levels in blood High potassium levels in the blood (hyperkalemia) can affect heart rhythm and muscle function. Kaycut Powder helps lower these levels by binding to excess potassium in the intestines
• allowing it to be removed from the body. This helps restore a healthy potassium balance
• supports proper heart function
• and reduces the risk of serious complications.

How Kaycut Powder works

Kaycut Powder is an ion exchange resin. It works by removing extra potassium from your body and brings its levels back to normal. It is useful in patients who have kidney diseases and those on dialysis.

How to take Kaycut Powder

Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Kaycut Powder may be taken with or without food. Avoid Kaycut Powder with grapefruit juice.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Kaycut Powder, please consult your doctor.

If you take too much

Taking more Kaycut than prescribed can be harmful. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor or go to the nearest emergency department at once, and carry the pack or strip with you. In India the emergency number is 112.

Side effects of Kaycut Powder

Most side effects of Kaycut are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Kaycut Powder

Interactions with other medicines

Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take, including over-the-counter products, vitamins and herbal or ayurvedic preparations, before starting Kaycut. Some combinations can change how Kaycut works or raise the chance of side effects.

How to store Kaycut Powder

Store Kaycut below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the pack tightly closed and out of the reach of children. Do not use it after the expiry date printed on the pack.

Expert advice for Kaycut Powder

Kaycut Powder is used to lower high blood potassium level due to severe kidney diseases. Dissolve or mix this medication with water before taking. Stop taking this medication and inform your doctor if you get constipation after taking it. Do not consume any food or drink that contains sorbitol while you are using this medication. You may need to have regular blood tests to monitor the levels of potassium and other electrolytes, such as calcium, in your blood. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding. Kaycut Powder is used to lower high blood potassium level due to severe kidney diseases. Dissolve or mix this medication with water before taking. Stop taking this medication and inform your doctor if you get constipation after taking it. Do not consume any food or drink that contains sorbitol while you are using this medication. You may need to have regular blood tests to monitor the levels of potassium and other electrolytes, such as calcium, in your blood. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

STEADFAST MEDISHIELD

Therapeutic class:

UROLOGY

Chemical class:

Polystyrene sulphonic acid derivative