Electrolyte Imbalances

Question 1

Drugs that cause hypERkalaemia

Answer 1

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Trimethoprim
Heparins
ACE/ARB
K-sparing diuretics

Beta blockers

Question 2

Drugs that cause hyPOkalaemia

Answer 2

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Aminophylline/ Theophylline
Beta agonists
Corticosteroids
Diuretics (loop and thiazide)
Erythromycin and clarithromycin

Question 3

Drugs that cause hyponatreamia

Answer 3

Tricyclic Antidepressants
SSRIs
Diuretics
Desmopressin
Carbamazepine

Question 4

How is hypokalaemia treated?

Answer 4

Mild: Oral replacement therapy

Severe: IV KCL in NaCL