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Is there a connection between potassium levels and spironolactone?
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Spironolactone for K: Spironolactone is commonly prescribed for low potassium in order to help return it to and keep it at normal. Be careful if taking it with potassium, as elevated levels may occur.
Answered 3/23/2013
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