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Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate
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Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate is used to treat high levels of potassium in the body (hyperkalemia).

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Uses
Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate is used to treat high levels of potassium in the body (hyperkalemia).


Storage
  • Store in tight containers at room temperature between 59 - 86 degrees F (15 - 30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.


Overdose
  • If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

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How To Use
  • Shake well before each use.
  • Take by mouth, usually 15 grams (60ml or 2 ounces) 1 to 4 times daily or as directed by your doctor.
  • Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy.
  • Do not use salt substitutes without consulting your doctor.

Side Effects
  • Nausea, stomach pain, loss of appetite, constipation or diarrhea may occur.
  • If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor.
  • Unlikely but report promptly: swelling, muscle cramps, dizziness, mental or mood changes.
  • Very unlikely but report promptly: fast/slow/irregular pulse, weakness, muscle spasm.
  • If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions
  • Tell your doctor your medical history, including: allergies, heart disease, kidney disease, high blood pressure, swelling (edema).
  • Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy.
  • Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
  • It is not known whether Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate is excreted into breast milk.
  • Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Missed Dose
  • If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
  • If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
  • Do not double-up the dose to catch up.

Drug Interactions
  • Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you use, especially of: calcium-, aluminum or magnesium-containing antacids or laxatives, certain "water pills (potassium sparing diuretics such as amiloride), digoxin.
  • Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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