Nature Made
Potassium Gluconate


73/100
SUPPIE SCORE
42/100
EFFICACY
High
SAFETY
84/100
CLEANLINESS
What Does Potassium Gluconate Do?
Nature Made Potassium Gluconate delivers 90 mg of elemental potassium per tablet, which is well-tolerated but represents just 2% of the adult daily value.
Why does this supplement only provide 90 mg of potassium per tablet?
Can taking 90 mg of potassium gluconate meaningfully lower blood pressure?
Is it safe to take this potassium supplement alongside blood pressure medications?
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What Are the Benefits of Potassium Gluconate?
Based on proven scientific research
Electrolyte ReplenishmentMild
Blood Pressure RegulationSlight
Neuromuscular SupportSlight
Good For:
What Are the Side Effects of Nature Made Potassium Gluconate?
Always consult your health practitioner if in doubt.
RiskLow Risk
Overview
•Provides 90 mg of elemental potassium per tablet, which is far below toxic thresholds for healthy adults and unlikely to provoke hyperkalemia on its own.
•Individuals with chronic kidney disease, severe renal impairment, or hypoaldosteronism should avoid supplemental potassium unless prescribed, as impaired clearance can lead to life-threatening cardiac arrhythmias.
•Concurrent use with ACE inhibitors (e.g., lisinopril), ARBs (e.g., losartan), or potassium-sparing diuretics (e.g., spironolactone) increases the risk of elevated serum potassium; co-administration requires medical supervision.
•Mild gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, abdominal discomfort, or diarrhea can occur; taking each dose with water and a full meal helps minimize irritation.
Potential Side Effects
Negative Interactions
Inactive Ingredients
Cellulose gel
Low RiskStearic acid
Low RiskCroscarmellose sodium
Low RiskMagnesium stearate
Low RiskSilicon dioxide
Low RiskWhat Are the Ingredients in Nature Made Potassium Gluconate?
Potassium (from 550 mg Potassium Gluconate)
90 mg
Cellulose Gel
Stearic Acid
Croscarmellose Sodium
Magnesium Stearate
Silicon Dioxide
Dosage & Bioavailability
How the active doses and forms in Potassium Gluconate compare to the research.
•Potassium — 90 mg per tablet, 1 tablet a day: 90 mg a day, a small part of the daily reference intake (2,000 mg EU NRV, 4,700 mg US DV); studies use 1,920-7,800 mg/day.
•Potassium (from 550 mg Potassium Gluconate) 90 mg a day is below the studied range (1,920-7,800 mg/day).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nature Made Potassium Gluconate