Question 1

im taking lyrica (pregabalin) and have so much water retention is potassium good for that? how can i come off lyrica (pregabalin)l without withdrawal

Accepted Answer

Lyrica (pregabalin): Water retention is an uncommon, although certainly well-recognized, side effect of Lyrica (pregabalin). Potassium should not help with the water retention.  If you do need to stop the Lyrica (pregabalin), it is good to withdraw slowly, with a 7 to 10 day wean being adequate. Be sure to discuss with your doctor before attempting any changes of this medication. Good luck.

Question 2

is a potassium level of 4.0 mmol/l low ?

Accepted Answer

It is not: Normal potassium 3.8-5.0 mmol/l in most labs.

Question 3

i am 47 years old. is potassium of 3.6 mmol/l too low?

Accepted Answer

Normal: Check out https://labtestsonline.org/understanding/analytes/potassium/refrange/ for normal reference of potassium. To determine whether lab results are (ab)normal, always ask for complete results so that you can compare your results w/lab's normal reference range (which can vary depending upon how test was performed).

Question 4

why is my potassium a little high? 5.3 mmol/l. i don't eat bananas?

Accepted Answer

: To interpret an abnormal blood test we need medical history, current medications and others. With a potassium of 5.3, a slight hemolysis or long tourniquet time with blood draw is a common problem (ideally, tourniquet should be released after blood is coming out but most of the time the phlebotomist leaves it on until done). There is nothing to concern with this K level anyway. Take care.

Question 5

my potassium level is: 3,30 mmol/l (range: 3,50-5,50). in this case would i need to take some potassium pill, or this is not so low? thank you!

Accepted Answer

Diet or Pill: This is not so low and might correct with adding bananas or orange juice for a few days.  Be sure your magnesium level was normal because this will need to be repleted with a pill and bot magnesium and potassium rechecked.  Be sure to follow up with your doctor for another blood draw.

Question 6

is too much potassium bad?

Accepted Answer

Yes: High potassium can lead to numerous problems and could be very dangerous and life threatening. Potassium level in the body is very tightly regulated. Intake of extra dietary potassium may be excreted by the kidneys if healthy however intake of extra potassium without doctor's orders is not recommended.

Question 7

what raises potassium levels ?

Accepted Answer

Foods or salt subst: There are plenty of high potassium containing fruits & vegetables like bananas or spinach. Potassium salt substitute is another way to raise level.

Question 8

why is potassium is important ?

Accepted Answer

See below: Potassium has many critical functions throughout the body. The following 2 websites give details as well as good sources in diet: http://www.Umm.Edu/altmed/articles/potassium-000320.Htm
http://www.Natural-health-information-centre.Com/potassium.Html.

Question 9

what are normal potassium levels?

Accepted Answer

3.6-5 meq/L: Milliequivalent per liter or millimol/liter (mmol/l). If you live outside the us in a country that uses milligram/dl the number will be different. You need to know your potassium since it is very important if you have kidney disease.

Question 10

what are the best sources of potassium?

Accepted Answer

Fruits and nuts: Good dietary sources include dried fruits, especially apricots, fresh fruits, especially melon, oranges and bananas, nuts, especially almonds and pistachios, and parsley. If a true deficiency is present, potassium in pill form is best. For life threatening deficiency, or in patients that cannot eat intravenous potassium is indicated.

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Im taking lyrica (pregabalin) and have so much water retention is potassium good for that? how can i come off lyrica (pregabalin)l without withdrawal

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Is a potassium level of 4.0 mmol/l low ?

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I am 47 years old. is potassium of 3.6 mmol/l too low?

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Why is my potassium a little high? 5.3 mmol/l. i don't eat bananas?

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My potassium level is: 3,30 mmol/l (range: 3,50-5,50). in this case would i need to take some potassium pill, or this is not so low? thank you!

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Is too much potassium bad?

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What raises potassium levels ?

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