Prednisolon sänker kalium

Snubblade nyss över nedanstående information, att prednisolon i sig själv kan sänka kaliumnivån i blodet utan att vara en mineralkortikoid (som Florinef). Säkert inte tillräckligt för en primär addisonpatient, men intressant ändå. Och jag undrar om hydrokortison har samma effekt? Måste fråga vetten vid tillfälle.

"A serious side effect of taking prednisone is that it increases the loss of potassium in the urine. Over time, this can lead to a potassium deficiency known as hypokalemia. Hypokalemia is defined as a serum potassium concentration of less than 3.5mmol/L. The Linus Pauling Institute reports that a moderate deficiency in potassium can cause increased blood pressure, increased salt sensitivity, an increased risk of kidney stones and increased bone turnover. As the deficiency becomes more severe, heart arrhythmia and muscle paralysis can occur. This condition is life-threatening, and if you experience symptoms, contact your health care provider immediately."

Read more, läs mer:
http://www.livestrong.com/article/530581-the-effects-of-taking-prednisone-on-potassium-levels/#page=1