What is K-Lyte (potassium bicarbonate and potassium citrate)?
Potassium is a mineral that is found in many foods and is needed for several functions of your body, especially the beating of your heart. Potassium bicarbonate and potassium citrate is used to prevent or to treat low blood levels of potassium (hypokalemia). Potassium levels can be low as a result of a disease or from taking certain medicines, or after a prolonged illness with diarrhea or vomiting. Potassium bicarbonate and potassium citrate may also be used for other purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.