Kalexate
Related terms
Brand Names: U.S.:
Kalexate;Kayexalate?;Kionex?;SPS?
Brand Names: Canada:
Kayexalate?;PMS-Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate
Uses
- It is used to treat high potassium levels.
- Sodium polystyrene sulfonate lowers potassium levels in the body.
Dosing
How to take
- Oral:
- Mix powder with liquid and drink. Do not mix with orange juice.
- Shake suspension well before use.
- Rectal:
- Use enema rectally.
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