Treatment of hyperkalemia includes lowering of serum potassium levels,cardiac membrane stabilization and removal of excess potassium from the body.When arrhythmias occur, or when potassium levels exceed 6.5 mmol/l, emergency lowering of potassium levels is mandated. Several agents are used to lower potassium levels. Choice depends on the degree and cause of the hyperkalemia, and other aspects of the patient's condition.Treatment also depends on the cause of hyperkalemia.
Hyperkalemia medical therapy
Hypokalemia medical therapy
Hyponatremia medical therapy
Hyponatremia primary prevention
Hyperkalemia primary prevention
Hypokalemia secondary prevention
Hypomagnesemia medical therapy
Hyperkalemia secondary prevention