Cause | Disorders | Medications or Other Factors |
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Decreased excretion in urine | Aliskiren Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors Angiotensin receptor blockers Cyclosporine (used to prevent rejection of organ transplants) Diuretics that help the kidneys conserve potassium, such as eplerenone, spironolactone, and triamterene Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs Tacrolimus (used to prevent rejection of organ transplants) Trimethoprim (an antibiotic) | |
Release of potassium from cells | Burns, if severe Crush injuries Diabetes mellitus (especially diabetic ketoacidosis Diabetic Ketoacidosis Diabetic ketoacidosis is an acute complication of diabetes that occurs mostly in type 1 diabetes mellitus. Symptoms of diabetic ketoacidosis include nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and a characteristic... read more ) | Beta-blockers Cancer chemotherapy Exercise if strenuous and prolonged |
Increased consumption | — | A diet containing potassium-rich foods (such as beans, dark leafy greens, potatoes, fish, and bananas) Intravenous treatments that contain potassium, such as total parenteral nutrition and blood transfusions Potassium supplements |