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If you are taking water pill are you suppose to take patassum ?

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Dr. George Mathew answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Depends!: It depends on kidney functions and or the type of the diuretic.Some diuretics retain potassium.Check with your md!

Answered 12/9/2013

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