POTASSIUM CHLORIDE vs TEN-K

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 16, 2026·How we rate

Attribute	POTASSIUM CHLORIDE	TEN-K
Rating	72/100	70/100
Pharmacy pays	$0.04 /mL	$0.04 /mL
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	POTASSIUM CHLORIDE	POTASSIUM CHLORIDE
Manufacturer	Granules	Novartis
Dosage forms	Injectable, Capsule, extended release, Solution, Powder, Tablet, Tablet, extended release	Tablet, extended release
Drug class	Osmotic Laxative	Osmotic Laxative
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Hypokalemia	Hypokalemia

potassium chloride ten-k

Rating

72/100

70/100

Pharmacy pays

$0.04 /mL

Type

Active ingredient

POTASSIUM CHLORIDE

Manufacturer

Granules

Novartis

Dosage forms

Injectable, Capsule, extended release, Solution, Powder, Tablet, Tablet, extended release

Tablet, extended release

Drug class

Osmotic Laxative

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Hypokalemia

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Potassium Chloride or Ten-K?

By our independent rating, Potassium Chloride scores higher — 3.6 vs 3.5 out of 5 for Ten-K. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

Which is cheaper, Potassium Chloride or Ten-K?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $0.04 per ml, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.

What is the difference between Potassium Chloride and Ten-K?

Both Potassium Chloride and Ten-K share the active ingredient Potassium Chloride.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.