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Im taking diurex daily for constant fluid retention from perimenopause. will i have low postassium & magnesium levels now? its caffieene free.

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Possibly: You should have your electrolytes checked to rule in or out a disturbance since these can lead to preventable symptoms.

Dr Klauber agreed

Answered 6/27/2014

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