Polystyrene Sulfonate
पॉलीस्टाइरीन सल्फोनेट
What it is
Polystyrene Sulfonate is a medicine used to lower high potassium levels in the blood. It requires a prescription in India.
What it is used for
Polystyrene Sulfonate is used to treat hyperkalemia, which is a condition where potassium levels in the blood are too high.
- Hyperkalemia
How it works
Polystyrene Sulfonate works by binding with potassium in the body. This binding process helps to remove excess potassium from the body, thereby lowering the potassium levels in the blood.
How it is sold in India
In India Polystyrene Sulfonate comes as powder or sachet.
Common side effects
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See a doctor straight away if
Do not use Polystyrene Sulfonate as an emergency treatment for life-threatening hyperkalemia because of its delayed onset of action. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience severe symptoms.
Who should not take it
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Brand names
1 medicines sold in India contain Polystyrene Sulfonate.
Brands sold in India include K Lock. Whichever name is on the strip, the medicine inside is the one described on this page.
Where this comes from
We do not publish doses. How much to take depends on your age, weight and other conditions — ask your doctor or pharmacist.
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