About patiromer
Potassium-binding medicine
Used for
- Treats high blood potassium in adults with chronic kidney disease or heart failure.
Usual adult dose
Usually 8.4 g by mouth once daily; adjust at least one week apart according to potassium levels.
Common side effects
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Low blood magnesium
Important warnings
- Not for emergency treatment of dangerously high potassium; it works too slowly.
- Can cause low magnesium; monitoring may be needed.
- Separate most other oral medicines by at least three hours.
- Mix powder with water or soft food; do not swallow it dry.
Pregnancy
Limited human data; use only when the expected benefit justifies potential risk.
Breastfeeding
Unknown whether patiromer enters breast milk; consider the medicine’s importance and potential infant risks.
Interactions
- May reduce absorption of other oral medicines; separate dosing by at least three hours.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.