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Potassium and electrolyte supplement, commonly used to support fluid balance
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 teaspoon (medium) of Drenacel-K powder (5 g) has 1 calories. That works out to 25 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.3 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 175 mg of Potassium covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 teaspoon (medium) · 5 g
1
KCAL / 5G
Carbs
0.3g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 1 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 10 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.3 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon (medium) | 5 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 g | 1 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 10 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (large) | 15 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 20 g | 5 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 25 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 100 g | 25 kcal |
Calculated from 25 calories per 100 g.
Drenacel-K powder is used as a potassium and electrolyte supplement to support fluid balance. It is not a substitute for assessing or treating the cause of a diagnosed potassium deficiency.
Take Drenacel-K powder according to its package or prescription directions. Do not swallow the powder dry; follow the product instructions about dissolving it in water or another drink.
Drenacel-K powder should not be taken daily by default. Regular use is appropriate only when the product directions or a prescribed plan call for it, since excess potassium can be harmful.
There is no one dose of Drenacel-K powder that suits everyone. Use the amount and frequency stated on the package or prescription, and do not increase the dose to replace missed servings.
No, Drenacel-K powder is not a complete substitute for oral rehydration salts. Rehydration products are formulated to replace fluid and a balance of electrolytes, while this product is described as a potassium and electrolyte supplement.
Drenacel-K powder may cause stomach upset, nausea, or diarrhea in some people. Too much potassium can raise blood potassium to a dangerous level, so use only the stated amount and take unusual symptoms seriously.
People with kidney disease or those taking medicines that affect potassium should not use Drenacel-K powder without medical advice. The body may retain too much potassium, which can disrupt heart rhythm.
Use Drenacel-K powder only with the liquid or food allowed by its package directions. The instructions matter because the product must be prepared as intended; do not assume every drink or meal is suitable.
The product name alone does not confirm which potassium compound Drenacel-K powder contains. Check the ingredient panel for the specific potassium salt and any other ingredients rather than assuming it is potassium chloride.
Keep Drenacel-K powder tightly closed in a cool, dry place and out of children’s reach. Moisture can affect a powder, so use a dry measuring utensil and follow any storage directions on the package.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
175mg · 5% DV
Sodium
10mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0.25mg · 0% DV
Calcium
0.5mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 1 calories in 1 teaspoon (medium) (5 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Drenacel-K powder is a potassium and electrolyte supplement, not a meal or everyday cooking ingredient. Products of this kind are usually portioned and mixed into a drink; follow the package directions for how to prepare and use it.
In many English-speaking settings, electrolyte powders are stirred into water and taken alongside normal meals or after activity. They are not a substitute for drinking fluids. The nutrition profile is low in energy and provides no protein or fat; its defining role is as a source of potassium and electrolytes rather than substantial food energy. Stick to the serving guidance on the label, and ask a health professional before using it if you have kidney problems or take regular medication.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.