KIE

Drug Name: KIE

KIE DESCRIPTION:
POTASSIUM IODIDE/EPHEDRINE EXPECTORANT (poh-TASS-ee-um EYE-oh-dyed/eff-ED-rin)

COMMON KIE BRAND NAME(S):
Kie

KIE SIDE EFFECTS:
Headache, nausea, diarrhea, stomach upset or anxiety may occur. If any of these effects continue or become severe, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop: chest pain, leg weakness, rapid or irregular pulse, skin rash, itching, difficulty urinating, metallic taste, swelling tongue or throat, vomiting, mental confusion, tremors. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE KIE:
KIE: Take this by mouth as directed. Do not increase your dose or take this more often than directed since your condition will not improve any faster but the risk of side effects will be increased. Take this with meals or a snack to reduce stomach upset.

KIE USES:
KIE is used to treat symptoms associated with colds, allergies, sinus infections or other respiratory illnesses.

KIE PRECAUTIONS:
Before taking this, tell your doctor if you have: kidney disease, thyroid disease, tuberculosis, heart disease, asthma, high blood pressure, diabetes, glaucoma, a history of seizures, an enlarged prostate, allergies (especially to drugs or iodine). KIE is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before using KIE. KIE passes into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

KIE DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of any nonprescription or prescription medication you may take, particularly: lithium, potassium supplements, high blood pressure drugs, antidepressants, psychiatric medicines, thyroid hormones, water pills, furazolidone. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

KIE OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

KIE NOTES:
Drink plenty of fluids, especially water while taking this medication. It will help to break up mucus and clear congestion.

MISSED KIE DOSE:
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose. Instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

KIE STORAGE:
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. Do not store in the bathroom.