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Potassium Aspartate Powder 450 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by BulkSupplements.com

Powder Category: Mineral
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Potassium Aspartate Powder 450 mg is a dietary supplement by BulkSupplements.com with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for preventing or treating low potassium (hypokalemia), supporting healthy blood pressure, muscle cramps.Based on those ingredients, 62 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Potassium. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Potassium Aspartate Powder 450 mg by BulkSupplements.com

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

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What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains one active ingredient: potassium, supplied as potassium aspartate at 450 mg per serving. Potassium is an essential mineral your body needs for nerve and muscle function, including a normal heart rhythm.

The inactive ingredients are dicalcium phosphate and rice flour, which help form and stabilize the powder.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Not assessable

This is a single-ingredient Potassium product and its label doesn't state a use — see Potassium's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.

The product facts we hold do not include effectiveness ratings for potassium aspartate, so we cannot tell you what the evidence says about whether it works for any particular purpose.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Potassium

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Potassium is generally well tolerated by mouth. The most common side effects are abdominal pain, belching, diarrhea, flatulence, nausea, and vomiting.

Rarely, dangerously high blood potassium can cause irregular heartbeat, low blood pressure, heart block, or mental confusion—which is why kidney disease is a red flag and medical supervision is essential. Dietary potassium from food is fine during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

If you're considering a potassium supplement during pregnancy or while breastfeeding, talk with your doctor first; supplements need medical guidance in those situations, even though the rating here says likely safe.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Potassium

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Potassium.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • For scale: 62 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

Before taking this product, check whether you're on potassium-sparing diuretics (water pills that keep potassium in your system), ACE inhibitors, or angiotensin receptor blockers—all carry a Moderate risk of dangerously high blood potassium when combined with supplements. Run your complete medication list through the checker on this page.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Potassium supplements are not casual add-ons—they require a conversation with your doctor or pharmacist, especially if you have kidney disease or take blood pressure or heart medications. If your doctor has told you your potassium is low and prescribed or approved a supplement, that's different; but don't start this on your own.

Check your exact medications with the tool below before going any further.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Apr 24, 2025.

This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Potassium Aspartate Powder 450 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand BulkSupplements.com
Barcode (UPC) X001UOVD5R
Net contents 500 Gram(s); 17.6 Ounce(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Apr 24, 2025
DSLD ID 330323
Product type Mineral
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Potassium Aspartate Powder 450 mg by BulkSupplements.com, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
450 mg
Maximum serving Sizes:
450 mg
Servings per container
1111
UPC/BARCODE
X001UOVD5R
IngredientAmount% DV
Potassium98 mg2%

Other ingredients: Dicalcium Phosphate, Rice Flour

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Label statements
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Formula

Potassium Aspartate Powder 450 mg per serving

Brand IP Statement(s)

BulkSupplements.com Clean & pure bulk supplements

Formulation

Free of: added sugar, soy, dairy, yeast, gluten

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take 450 mg (about 1/5 tsp) once daily, or as directed by a physician.

General Statements

Use an accurate milligram scale. New

Storage

Contents are sold by weight, not volume. Settling may occur. Store in a dry, cool, dark place.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

Warning: This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Precautions

Always consult a physician before taking any dietary supplement.

Keep out of reach of children.

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Potassium Aspartate Powder 450 mg by BulkSupplements.com

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size450 mg Dosage formPowder Servings per container1111 Amounts shown are per serving.

Potassium

Interacts with
62 drugs
98 mg per serving Form: Potassium Aspartate

Potassium is an essential mineral your body needs for nerve signals, muscle function, and a steady heartbeat, and most people get enough from a balanc...

Potassium monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Dicalcium Phosphate, Rice Flour. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Potassium Aspartate Powder 450 mg by BulkSupplements.com Drug Interactions

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62 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Potassium Aspartate Powder 450 mg with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Potassium3 drug types · 62 drugs

Ace Inhibitors (Aceis)

Using ACEIs with high doses of potassium increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
ACEIs block the actions of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system and reduce potassium excretion. Concomitant use of these drugs with potassium supplements increases the risk of hyperkalemia. However, concomitant use of these drugs with moderate dietary potassium intake (about 3775-5200 mg daily) does not increase serum potassium levels.

Likelihood Likely Evidence C
Angiotensin Receptor Blockers (Arbs)

Using ARBs with high doses of potassium increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
ARBs block the actions of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system and reduce potassium excretion. Concomitant use of these drugs with potassium supplements increases the risk of hyperkalemia. However, concomitant use of these drugs with moderate dietary potassium intake (about 3775-5200 mg daily) does not increase serum potassium levels.

Likelihood Likely Evidence C
Potassium-Sparing Diuretics

Concomitant use increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
Using potassium-sparing diuretics with potassium supplements increases the risk of hyperkalemia.

Likelihood Likely Evidence C
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Potassium Aspartate Powder 450 mg, from the product label.

BulkSupplements.com

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Name
BulkSupplements.com
Street Address
7511 Eastgate Rd
City
Henderson
State
NV
ZipCode
89011
Web Address
bulksupplements.com
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Potassium Aspartate Powder 450 mg by BulkSupplements.com: Common Questions

Does Potassium Aspartate Powder 450 mg by BulkSupplements.com interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Potassium Aspartate Powder 450 mg has a known interaction with 62 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Potassium Aspartate Powder 450 mg contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Can I take this if I have kidney disease?
No—kidney disease is a serious caution. Your kidneys regulate potassium, so supplements can cause dangerously high levels if your kidneys aren't working well. Talk to your doctor before even considering a potassium supplement.
Is potassium safe to take during pregnancy?
Dietary potassium from food is fine during pregnancy, but supplements need medical approval first. The data says likely safe, but get your doctor's clearance before starting.
What are the side effects?
The most common ones are abdominal pain, belching, diarrhea, flatulence, nausea, and vomiting. Rarely, too much potassium can cause irregular heartbeat, low blood pressure, or heart block—which is why medical supervision matters.
Can I take this while breastfeeding?
Dietary potassium is fine. For supplements, check with your doctor first—they'll want to make sure it's the right choice for you and your baby.
What is potassium aspartate?
It's potassium bound to aspartate (an amino acid). It's the form of potassium in this powder, delivering 450 mg per serving for use when medically indicated.
Why is this product a concern with blood pressure medications?
Many blood pressure drugs reduce how much potassium your kidneys remove from your blood. Adding a potassium supplement on top can push your levels dangerously high, affecting your heart. That's why a doctor's OK is essential.

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The Full Monographs Behind Potassium Aspartate Powder 450 mg’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Potassium Aspartate Powder 450 mg's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.

The 12 references behind this product’s interaction data

Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

Potassium 12 references
  1. McEvoy GK, ed. AHFS Drug Information. Bethesda, MD: American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, 1998.
  2. Gennaro A. Remington: The Science and Practice of Pharmacy. 19th ed. Lippincott: Williams & Wilkins, 1996.
  3. Whelton PK, He J, Cutler JA, et al. Effects of oral potassium on blood pressure. Meta-analysis of randomized controlled clinical trials. JAMA 1997;277:1624-32. PubMed
  4. Phillips, C. O., Kashani, A., Ko, D. K., Francis, G., and Krumholz, H. M. Adverse effects of combination angiotensin II receptor blockers plus angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors for left ventricular dysfunction: a quantitative review of data from ra DOI
  5. Altieri, P. I., Herrero, C., Suero, R., and Ortiz, A. Bleeding duodenal ulcer in a patient taking slow-releasing potassium tablets. Bol.Asoc.Med P.R. 1977;69(8):276.
  6. Raf, L. E. Enteric-coated potassium chloride tablets and ulcer of the small intestine. Acta Chir Scand Suppl 1967;(374):1-87.
  7. Potassium chloride oral solution [package insert]. Allentown, PA: Lehigh Valley Technologies, Inc.; 2014.
  8. Potassium chloride injection [package insert]. Lake Forest, IL: Hospira Inc.; 2009.
  9. Patel RB, Tannenbaum S, Viana-Tejedor A, et al. Serum potassium levels, cardiac arrhythmias, and mortality following non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction or unstable angina: insights from MERLIN-TIMI 36. Eur Heart J Acute Cardiovasc Care 2017 Feb;6(1):1 PubMed
  10. Malta D, Arcand J, Ravindran A, Floras V, Allard JP, Newton GE. Adequate intake of potassium does not cause hyperkalemia in hypertensive individuals taking medications that antagonize the renin angiotensin aldosterone system. Am J Clin Nutr 2016 Oct;104(4 PubMed
  11. Keskin M, Kaya A, Tatlisu MA, et al. The effect of serum potassium level on in-hospital and long-term mortality in ST elevation myocardial infarction. Int J cardiol. 2016 Oct 15;221:505-10.
  12. Stallings VA, Harrison M, Oria M; Committee to Review the Dietary Reference Intakes for Sodium and Potassium, Food and Nutrition Board, Health and Medicine Division, National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. Washington (DC): National Acad

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