Hyperkalaemia: serum K+ >5.5 mEq/L, (N range = 3.5-5.0 mEq/L), or >6.0 mEq/L in neonates.Resuscitation: Hospital management of cardiopulmonary arrest For additional information visit Linking to and Using Content from MedlinePlus.Resuscitation: Care of the seriously unwell child Any duplication or distribution of the information contained herein is strictly prohibited without authorization. Links to other sites are provided for information only - they do not constitute endorsements of those other sites. A licensed physician should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions. The information provided herein should not be used during any medical emergency or for the diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. This site complies with the HONcode standard for trustworthy health information: verify here. Learn more about A.D.A.M.'s editorial policy editorial process and privacy policy. is among the first to achieve this important distinction for online health information and services. follows rigorous standards of quality and accountability. is accredited by URAC, for Health Content Provider (URAC's accreditation program is an independent audit to verify that A.D.A.M. Tell your provider about any other medicines, vitamins, or supplements you are takingĪ.D.A.M., Inc.DO NOT stop or start taking medicines without first talking to your provider.Take a certain type of water pill to reduce potassium and fluid levels if you have chronic kidney failureįollow your provider's directions when taking your medicines:.Stop or change the doses of medicines you are taking, such as ones for heart disease and high blood pressure.Your provider may make the following changes to your medicines: Limit or avoid taking salt substitutes if you are asked to follow a low-salt diet.Limit or avoid oranges and orange juice, nectarines, kiwifruit, raisins, or other dried fruit, bananas, cantaloupe, honeydew, prunes, and nectarines.Limit or avoid asparagus, avocados, potatoes, tomatoes or tomato sauce, winter squash, pumpkin, and cooked spinach.Some diuretics (most often given by vein) that increase the excretion of potassium by your kidneysĬhanges in your diet can help both prevent and treat high potassium levels.Sodium bicarbonate if the problem is caused by acidosis.Medicines that help remove potassium from the intestines before it is absorbed.Kidney dialysis if your kidney function is poor.Glucose and insulin given into your veins (IV) to help lower potassium levels long enough to correct the cause.
Calcium given into your veins (IV) to treat the muscle and heart effects of high potassium levels.You will need emergency treatment if your potassium level is very high, or if you have danger signs, such as changes in your ECG. Taking extra potassium, such as salt substitutes or supplements.Severe bleeding from the stomach or intestines.Disorders that cause blood cells to burst ( hemolytic anemia).Damage to muscle and other cells from certain illicit street drugs, alcohol abuse, untreated seizures, surgery, crush injuries and falls, certain chemotherapy, or certain infections.Certain blood pressure lowering drugs, most often angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors and angiotensin receptor blockers.Addison disease - Disease in which the adrenal glands do not make enough hormones, reducing the kidneys' ability to remove potassium from the body.As a result, potassium can build up in the blood. If your kidneys are not working well, they may not be able to remove the proper amount of potassium. The kidneys remove excess potassium through the urine to keep a proper balance of this mineral in the body. Potassium is needed for cells to function properly.
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