Description
Sando K Tablets – Potassium Supplements, 100 Tablets
Sando K Tablets (100 Tablets) are potassium supplements used to treat or prevent low potassium levels (hypokalaemia). They help maintain proper muscle, nerve, and heart function by restoring electrolyte balance. Sando K Tablets are oral potassium supplements used to treat or prevent hypokalaemia (low potassium levels), a condition that can affect muscle function, heart rhythm, and overall cellular activity.
How Sando K Tablets Works
Provides potassium ions, an essential electrolyte
Helps regulate fluid balance and cellular function
Supports nerve transmission and muscle contraction
Maintains normal heart rhythm
Restores potassium levels depleted by illness, medication, or diet
Key Benefits
Restores potassium levels
Prevents complications of hypokalaemia
Supports heart, muscle, and nerve function
Maintains electrolyte balance
How to Take
Take as directed by your doctor or pharmacist
Usually taken with or after food
Swallow tablets with water
Do not exceed prescribed dose
Possible Side Effects
Gastrointestinal discomfort (nausea, stomach upset)
Rarely: high potassium levels (hyperkalaemia) if overdosed
Always follow prescribed dosage
Cautions
Not suitable for individuals with high potassium levels (hyperkalaemia)
Use with caution in kidney disease
May interact with medications (e.g., ACE inhibitors, diuretics)
Regular monitoring of potassium levels may be required
Why Buy from Dock Pharmacy?
With Dock Pharmacy, you receive trusted, professional care:
Fully GPhC-registered UK pharmacy
Expert pharmacist supervision and advice
Safe, regulated medications and supplements
Reliable, discreet delivery
FAQs
Can someone who is pregnant or breastfeeding use Sando K Tablets?
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, suspect you are pregnant or breast-feeding
Is Sando-K prescription-only in the UK?
No. Sando-K Tablets are a Pharmacy-Only (P) medicine. They do not require a prescription but must be supplied following a pharmacist assessment.
Why does a pharmacist need to check suitability?
Because incorrect potassium use can be dangerous. The pharmacist ensures it is safe and appropriate for you.
Who usually needs Sando-K Tablets?
People with low potassium, often due to diuretics or short-term medical causes.
Can I take Sando-K long term?
Only if advised by a healthcare professional. Long-term use may require monitoring.
Are Sando-K Tablets the same as OTC potassium supplements?
No. They are stronger, regulated, pharmacy-only potassium chloride tablets.
Can I buy Sando-K Tablets online in the UK?
Yes, from a registered distance-selling pharmacy like Dock Pharmacy UK, following a pharmacist check.
Do Sando-K Tablets affect the heart?
Correct potassium levels support heart rhythm, but too much potassium can be harmful, which is why supervision is required.
Should Sando-K be taken with food?
Yes, usually with or after food to reduce stomach irritation.
Is Sando-K safe with diuretics?
Often yes, but suitability must be confirmed by a pharmacist.
Is Sando-K supplied by Dock Pharmacy authentic?
Yes. Dock Pharmacy supplies 100% genuine, UK-licensed medicines.
How To Use
How To Use Sando-K Tablets
Before use Sando-K Tablets, please consult your doctor who will be able to advise you on how many of these tablets to take and when to take them.
Always take Sando-K exactly as your doctor has told you. You should check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
The usual dose is:
Adults and children
2-4 tablets per day dissolved in ⅓ to ½ a glass of water. Can be taken at meal times.
For severe low potassium: larger doses (8-16 tablets per day) may be given.
Go to the nearest casualty department or contact your doctor immediately. Take your tablet container with you.
If you miss a dose, take one as soon as you can.
If you have missed several doses, tell your doctor.
If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Delivery Options
Delivery options
All deliveries are subject to the availability of the product and product sale conditions been met.
Order & Collect
Free next-day collection from In-Store
UK Delivery
Standard Delivery within the UK £3.50 Delivery time 3-4 days
First Class Delivery within the UK £5.90 Delivery time 1-2 days
Priority Delivery within the UK £7.10. Next day delivery by 1pm. Order must be placed by 1pm. Priority delivery is only available Monday to Thursday.
Europe Delivery
Standard Delivery within EEC from £12.50 Delivery time up to 5 days depending on the local delivery service within your country.
Expedited Delivery within EEC £39.50 Delivery time 2 days. Delivery by DHL, UPS or TNT.
Rest of the World
Standard Delivery Rest of the World from £16.10 Delivery Time 10 – 15 Days
Expedited Delivery Rest of the World £55.09 Delivery 5 days. Delivery service by DHL, TNT or UPS
For more information see our Shipping Policy or view our Return policy.
Product Details
Product Information of Sando-K Tablets
Always check the label before purchasing and using this product.
Not to be used by patients with intestinal ulceration, hypertension, heart disease or impaired kidney function. Not recommended for children below six years. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before use.
Severe renal impairment with oliguria, inadequately treated Addison’s disease, hyperkalaemia from any cause, crush injuries and acute dehydration.
Caution when used with ACE inhibitors (most common prescribed perindopril, captopril, enalapril, lisinopril, fosinopril and ramipril).
- are allergic (hypersensitive) to potassium chloride,potassium bicarbonate or any of the other ingredients of Sando-K (see list of ingredients in Section 6). An allergic reaction may include rash, itching, difficulty breathing or swelling of the face, lips, throat or tongue.
- have a severe kidney disorder with little or no urine production
- suffer from uncontrolled Addison’s disease (where the adrenal glands do not produce enough of a hormone called cortisol)
- have high potassium levels
- have crush injuries (which usually result from major trauma e.g. major road traffic injuries with damage to the chest)
- are dehydrated.
- have heart disease or you are taking digitalis (a drug for heart failure)
- have stiff muscles (myotonia congenita)
- have severe breakdown of red blood cells
- have a build-up of acid in your blood — your blood will need to be monitored
- have high blood pressure — your treatment may lower it.
- are taking potassium sparing diuretics (water tablets)
- are taking ACE inhibitors (treatments for high blood pressure or heart failure e.g. captopril, enalapril and lisinopril).
Each tablet contains 470mg Potassium (12mmol). This should be taken into consideration if you have reduced kidney function.
- If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars please be aware that the tablets contain sucrose.
Please tell your doctor if any of the above applies to you.
Periodic blood tests and electrocardiograph (ECG) should be performed whilst you are taking Sando-K.
You should tell your doctor if you are taking or have taken any medicines, including those obtained without a prescription. In particular, the following medicines may interact with Sando-K:
- potassium sparing diuretics (water tablets)
- ACE inhibitors (treatments for high blood pressure or heart failure)
- digitalis (a drug for heart failure).
It may still be all right for you to be given Sando-K and your doctor will be able to decide what is suitable for you.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding and your doctor will decide if it is ok for you to be given Sando-K tablets.
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medicine.
Sando-K should have no effect on your ability to drive or use machines.
Ingredients
Ingredients of Sando-K Tablets
0.6g potassium chloride Ph.Eur., 0.4g potassium bicarbonate USP, Dioctyle sodium sulphosuccinate BPC , Colloidal anhydrous silica EP, Talc (acid washed) EP, Sodium saccharin BP, Icing sugar, CP HSE, Pulverised sugar, EP, Citric acid anhydrous 30/60 EP, Polyethylene glycol 4000 EP, Purified water EP.
Side Effects
Like all medicines, Sando-K can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
All medicines can cause allergic reactions, although serious allergic reactions are very rare.
- any sudden wheeziness
- difficulty in breathing
- swelling of the eyelids, face or lips
- rash or itching (especially affecting your whole body)
- abdominal (tummy) discomfort
- diarrhoea
- nausea (feeling sick) and vomiting
- stomach irritation — this is rare and can be reduced by taking Sando-K with food.
If you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
If you get any side effects talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
How to Store
How to Store Sando-K Tablets
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton after EXP. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
Do not store above 25°C. Store in the original container. Keep the container tightly closed.
Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to throw away medicines you no longer use. These measures will help to protect the environment.
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ian garthwaite (Dock Pharmacy) –
Julie Cutbush –
Hello Ian. Thanks so much for your 5-star review! We’re glad to hear about positive experience using Sando K. we hope to see you again soon.
Julie Cutbush
ian garthwaite (Dock Pharmacy) –
Julie Cutbush –
Hello Customer. Thanks so much for your 5-star review! We’re glad to hear about positive experience using Sando k. we hope to see you again soon.
Julie Cutbush
ian garthwaite (Dock Pharmacy) –
ian garthwaite (Dock Pharmacy) –
Michael Dudley (Dock Pharmacy) –
Michael Dudley (Dock Pharmacy) –
Would be good if I could get them !
Jumoke Odebiyi (store manager) –
Dear Michael, thank you for your honest feedback. We are very sorry to hear this. We will look into what caused this inconvenience.
Peter Hayward (Dock Pharmacy) –
Rosamund (Dock Pharmacy) –
Delighted with service to supply my Sando K you saved me so much stress as could not find them anywhere in my locality.
Jennifer Palmer (Dock Pharmacy) –
Very happy all round
Jumoke Odebiyi (store manager) –
Dear Peter, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review!
Jumoke Odebiyi (store manager) –
Dear Rosamund, We appreciate your kind words and are so glad you enjoyed your experience with us!
Jumoke Odebiyi (store manager) –
Dear Jennifer, We’re thrilled to hear you had a positive experience!
Anonymous (Dock Pharmacy) –
As described. Pleased with purchase.
Julie Cutbush –
Dear Anonymous,
Thank you for this 5 star rating.