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potassium
Slow K, In (low)Centyl K
 
 
 

 

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Potassium is a essential mineral in the human body. It is kept within certain levels by uptake from diet and removal through the kidneys.

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Sometimes a to low blood potassium level shows, but some signs are similar to a to high potassium level. Blood potassium level should be established by measuring it.

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Some medication is responsable for removing extra potassium from the body. People taking this medication should have their blood checked regularly.

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  How do they work?
It gives potassium suppletion.

How long to you take them for?
As long as required. Established by measuring the blood potassium level.

When does the effect show or when is it noticeable?
It is hard to speak of effect, it will only show in the measurements.

What are the side effects if any?
Nausea, stomach upset, sometimes stomach or intestine ulceration.

How do you take them?
Sit or stand upright, swallow whole with a glass of water or juice. Stay upright for at least 20 minutes.

Lifestyle: What can you do to prevent having to take these?
Take a potassium rich diet; banana, melon, citrusfruit, spinache, beans, tomato, cabbage.