Major minerals
Potassium
Electrolyte · BP
Cellular fluid balance, blood pressure regulation, muscle function.
How Potassium appears on labels
Supplement labels list Potassium under several names depending on the chemical form used. Any of these on an ingredients panel counts toward your Potassium intake:
- potassium
- potassium chloride
- potassium citrate
- potassium gluconate
Deep dive
For mechanism of action, dosing protocols, evidence grade, and interaction warnings on Potassium, see the full encyclopedia entry:
Electrolytes (Sodium/Potassium/Magnesium) encyclopedia entry →Related major minerals
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Get the appMedical disclaimer. This page is educational and does not replace advice from a qualified healthcare provider. Targets and upper limits are general adult reference values; individual needs vary by age, sex, pregnancy status, and clinical context.