Potassium Citrate
by NOW · Powder
Supplement facts from the label of Potassium Citrate by NOW: Potassium 448 mg.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Per serving | % DV | Upper limit (adults) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Potassium | 448 mg | 10% | — |
| └ Potassium Citrate | 1,400 mg | — | — |
Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals. Compared only where the unit converts and the limit applies to the form on the label.
On the label
For: Vegan · Vegetarian · Adult (18 - 50 Years) · Kosher · Gluten Free · Dairy Free
Claim types: Nutrient · All Other · Structure/Function
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions: Suggested Usage: Take 1/4 level teaspoon 1 to 2 times daily in separate servings. Take with food and at least 8 oz. of water or other beverage. Do not exceed 2 servings per day.
Precautions re: All Other: Do not exceed 2 servings per day.
Formula re: Contains: Potassium is an essential mineral that is widely distributed among food sources, with especially high levels present in fruits and vegetables. Potassium is critical for the maintenance of normal whole-body and cellular fluid levels, as well as for the maintenance of acid-base balance. It is also necessary for proper muscle contraction, the maintenance of healthy heart function, and for the transmi
FDA Disclaimer Statement: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Precautions re: All Other: Caution: For adults only.
Precautions re: Pregnant or Nursing or Prescription Medications: Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking any medications (especially those that may affect kidney function or blood potassium levels), or have a medical condition (especially heart/kidney condition or diabetes).
This page repeats what the label says and the official upper limits for healthy adults. It is not medical advice: ask a doctor, pharmacist or registered dietitian about your own intake, especially if you are pregnant, take medicines or have a health condition.
Label data: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Dietary Supplement Label Database (dsld.od.nih.gov), public domain. Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals (values from the Institute of Medicine, Food and Nutrition Board).