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… do not have serious side effects. Patiromer may cause a low magnesium blood level. Your doctor will check your level and prescribe a magnesium supplement if your level is low. Tell your doctor right away if you have: symptoms of a … lab appointments. If your doctor has prescribed a special diet for you, follow it. Missed Dose If you miss a dose, …
Medications
… is a man-made form of vitamin B12 used to treat low levels (deficiency) of this vitamin. Vitamin B12 helps … and nerves. Most people get enough vitamin B12 in their diet, but a deficiency may occur in certain health … do not have serious side effects. This medication may cause low potassium levels in the blood (hypokalemia). Tell your …
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… HDL (high density lipoprotein) or 'good' cholesterol LDL (low density lipoprotein) or 'bad' cholesterol Having high … over time and lead to a heart attack or stroke. To help lower LDL, follow a Portfolio eating pattern that is rich in … plant sterols. Canada's Food Guide and the Mediterranean diet are also heart healthy styles of eating. All these ways …
Medical tests
… bananas, prune juice, orange juice, and squash. A balanced diet has enough potassium for the body's needs. But if your levels get low, it can take some time for your body to start holding on to potassium. A potassium level that is too high or too low can be serious. Abnormal levels may cause symptoms such …
Medications
… medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart … as epinephrine on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the … to adjust your diabetes medication, exercise program, or diet. Children may be at greater risk for low blood sugar …
Medications
… medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart … as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the … to adjust your diabetes medication, exercise program, or diet. Children may be at greater risk for low blood sugar …
Medical tests
… of bilirubin in a blood sample. Bilirubin is a brownish yellow substance found in bile . It is produced when the liver … are high, the skin and whites of the eyes may look yellow (jaundice). Jaundice may be caused by liver disease ( … anemia ), or blockage of the tubes (bile ducts) that allow bile to pass from the liver to the small intestine . …
Medications
… used to prevent migraine headaches and chest pain (angina). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart … pharmacist for details. If you also take certain drugs to lower your cholesterol (bile acid-binding resins such as … to adjust your diabetes medication, exercise program, or diet. Children may be at greater risk for low blood sugar …
Medications
… your doctor may direct you to take a product that is lower in potassium and sodium. How To Use Take this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor. Follow your doctor's directions carefully. This medication … Your doctor may direct you to eat a low-salt (low-sodium) diet and drink lots of fluids. Follow your doctor's …
Medications
… unusual growth or lump in the neck, difficulty swallowing, shortness of breath, unusual/lasting hoarseness. … exercise, behavior change, and reduced-calorie diet program to help you lose weight. It is used by certain … doctor, usually once daily. Your doctor will start you on a low dose first to decrease your risk of stomach/abdominal …
