hyperkalemia

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higher than normal levels of potassium in the circulating blood; associated with kidney failure or sometimes with the use of diuretic drugs

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Close monitoring of potassium levels is required in patients receiving treatment with ACE inhibitors who are at risk of hyperkalemia. Source: Internet

Potassium-sparing diuretics (spironolactone, amiloride, triamterene, and others) or potassium supplements can increase the risk of hyperkalemia. Source: Internet

The commonly reported adverse effects of drug combination with ACE are acute renal failure, hypotension, and hyperkalemia. Source: Internet

The most likely manifestations are hypotension, which may be severe, hyperkalemia, hyponatremia and renal impairment with metabolic acidosis. Source: Internet

Since the kidneys are the site of potassium excretion, individuals with impaired kidney function are at risk for hyperkalemia if dietary potassium and supplements are not restricted. Source: Internet

The more severe the impairment, the more severe is the restriction necessary to avoid hyperkalemia. Source: Internet

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