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Genetic Benign Arrythmia, Taking Bystolic. Can I Take Potassium Supplements?
I have been diagnosed with a genetic benign arrythmia (although I have forgotten the exact term the dr. used). I take bystolic . I have commenced a high protein low carb diet for weight loss. Included in this diet is the use of potassium supplements. My husband is on the same diet and because he takes Altace for his high blood pressure, he was told not to take the Potassium supplements. My question is can I take the potassium or should I not take it
Thu, 25 Oct 2012
Hi
potassium is like double edge sward
level of potassium critically balance in body by kidney
low level as well as high level of potassium can cause arrythmia in otherwise normal healthy person also , as you have a genetic benign arrythmia you must be care ful in taking potassium supplementation
at all if it required then regularly check your kidney function and potassium level
take care
potassium is like double edge sward
level of potassium critically balance in body by kidney
low level as well as high level of potassium can cause arrythmia in otherwise normal healthy person also , as you have a genetic benign arrythmia you must be care ful in taking potassium supplementation
at all if it required then regularly check your kidney function and potassium level
take care
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