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can effexor xr cause low potassium?
A: Here is a list, but don`t let it scare you. They have to list everything possible and your doctor believes that the benefit outweighs any side effects. No low potassium is listed.. ...
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low potassium in 8 year old? cause for panic?/?
A: low Potassium called hypokalemia can be very dangerous to anyone if left untreated due to the fact that Potassium has a great role in functions of nerve and muscles cells most highlighted is the heart muscles. It is very essential in heart contraction so decrease in its level will cause slowing down of heart activities which could be a potentially fatal condition that could even lead to death when the level gets to a dangerously low level. Causes could be: a.) less dietary intake,b.) side effects of some medications as diuretics (in your child''s case might be due to steroids and Albuterol), c.)associated with...
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low Potassium effects on the heart
A: Dear Ginny,
No, low potassium would not increase your heart rate in that fashion. low potassium can increase the frequency of premature ventricular contractions, but the ER docs would have seen that.
There are potassium-sparing diuretics. Triamterine and amiloride are two. I hope the endocrine tests will show you have an aldosterone=producing tumor of adrenal gland. These tumors are benign, cause high BP and low K, and treir removal cures both problems. Stick with the endocrinologists" plan. You need not see your cardiologist until the endocrine docs say you should.
Please write back if this note doesn"t answer all your...
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What Are the effects of low Renin Levels?
A: Renin is an enzyme, or protein, that controls the body`s blood pressure. It is made by the kidneys and can be measured to indicate a problem with the adrenal glands and their production of the hormone aldosterone. Usually, low renin levels correspond to high levels of aldosterone. Those with high aldosterone levels have a condition called hyperaldosteronism, which is a form of hypertension. low renin levels therefore are associated with symptoms of hypertension, and may also correlate to low potassium in a condition known as Conn`s syndrome.. Hyperaldosteronism is characterized by high blood pressure. Blood tests that...
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low potassium with prednisone: Can Prednisone cause a low potassium?
A: Prednisone can cause a low potassium and this is a common side effect of chronic administration of the drug. Physicians prescribing it look for electrolyte imbalance and hypokalemia (as low potassium is called). Sodium retention with resultant edema, potassium loss, and high blood pressure may occur in patients receiving glucocorticoids (steroids). Taking a 10 mg dose of prednisone for a few months is considered a prolonged dose. With sarcoidosis you may need to have a steroid preparation for longer periods of time. Dietary salt restriction is advisable and potassium supplementation may be necessary. If your potassium remains
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low potassium with prednisone
A: Prednisone can cause a low potassium and this is a common side effect of chronic administration of the drug. Physicians prescribing it look for electrolyte imbalance and hypokalemia (as low potassium is called). Sodium retention with resultant edema, potassium loss, and high blood pressure may occur in patients receiving glucocorticoids (steroids). Taking a 10 mg dose of prednisone for a few months is considered a prolonged dose. With sarcoidosis you may need to have a steroid preparation for longer periods of time. Dietary salt restriction is advisable and potassium supplementation may be necessary. If your potassium remains
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I have a bad headache, due to my low potassium levels?
A: not an immediate cure but eat some bannas or dried apricots to raise your potassium levels. If your potassium level is low it could be due to a high salt intake. Too much sodium (table salt or sodium chloride) may lead to preferential absorption of sodium at the expense of potassium as sodium and potassium interact. They are very similar and are both alkali metals. Most of us consume too much salt whether we like it or not because a lot of processed food such as bread, cheese, butter, etc contains added salt. How do you know that it is due to low potassium levels? If you know for sure, try eating banana''s as they are high in potassium and...
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Can low potassium levels cause light headedness and/or dizziness?
A: Dizziness is a possible reaction to hypokalemia (low potassium), but for a proper diagnosis, you should talk to your doctor, who may want to get a blood test to confirm. Normal levels of potassium in the blood range from 3.6 to 4.8 milliequivalents per liter. If the level dips below 2.5 mEq/L, the situation can be life-threatening. Potassium is needed to make the nerves and muscles work, which includes the heart. It is best to find out what is causing the condition and treat it, rather than just replacing the potassium. The kidneys regulate how much potassium is in the body, and a common cause for hypokalemia is when diuretic ''water pills'' stimulate the kidneys to remove large amounts of...
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What Are the effects of High Potassium Levels?
A: Potassium plays many parts in the working of the human body. It works to regulate muscle tissue, to the balance of the body''s electrical and chemical processes, and plays a part in the digestive system and metabolism. High potassium levels in the body can cause an irregular heartbeat, nausea, or a weak or slow pulse. In severe cases, it can even cause the heart to stop. High potassium levels, or hyperkalemia, has two causes. It can be caused by the body getting too much potassium, in food or medication, or the body releasing too much potassium into the blood stream. There are often no symptoms of high potassium levels, especially in milder cases. It is part
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The effects of Type 1 diabetes, insulin dependant and low potassium
A: you need to find out what is causing the low potassium- insulin can lower potassium as well, so you might need to eat a high potassium diet (banana, potato, orange, greens, whole grains)- unfortunately, this can lower your blood pressure, so you may need to eat more salt- if potassium drops too low, it can cause irregular heart beat and muscle cramps- as far as what is causing it, you could get a urine potassium to see if you''re peeing it out; or do you sweat alot?- if so, don''t run a marathon :)...
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