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Suggest Alternative Medication In Place Of Veltassa To Lower Potassium Levels In Blood
Is there another medication to lower potassium levels other than Valtassa? I am a 40 year old mentally handicap male who also has diabetes (insulin injections). Since starting the Valtassa, my blood sugar levels have increased. I also take Lasix for my high level of potassium. (My mom is contacting you in hopes of finding another medication).
Mon, 31 Jul 2017
Hi,
Thanks for the query. I understand your concern.
Actually, Veltassa is not known to cause rise in blood sugar in diabetes... still if you are keen to change the medication ,Renvela/Sodium polysterene sulphonate are the alternatives available...
You have to discuss this for the suitability for you & get prescription for starting the result.
Thanks
Thanks for the query. I understand your concern.
Actually, Veltassa is not known to cause rise in blood sugar in diabetes... still if you are keen to change the medication ,Renvela/Sodium polysterene sulphonate are the alternatives available...
You have to discuss this for the suitability for you & get prescription for starting the result.
Thanks
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