News related to Slow-K (Potassium) and/or conditions it is approved for
Higher Risk Of Adult Diabetes May Be Explained By Potassium Loss From Blood Pressure Drugs
Source: Diabetes News From Medical News Today [2008.11.25]
Johns Hopkins researchers have discovered that a drop in blood potassium levels caused by diuretics commonly prescribed for high blood pressure could be the reason why people on those drugs are at risk for developing type 2 diabetes. The drugs helpfully accelerate loss of fluids, but also deplete important chemicals, including potassium, so that those who take them are generally advised to eat bananas and other potassium-rich foods to counteract the effect.
Low Potassium Levels Linked With High Blood Pressure; Blacks Have Stronger Association, Study Finds
Source: Hypertension News From Medical News Today [2008.11.12]
Researchers have found that low potassium levels correlate with high blood pressure, regardless of salt intake or cardiovascular risk factors, and the association is stronger among blacks, according to a study presented this week at the American Society of Nephrology's annual meeting in Philadelphia, Reuters Health reports.
Lack of Potassium Linked to High Blood Pressure
Source: MedicineNet Cholesterol Specialty [2008.11.10]
Title: Lack of Potassium Linked to High Blood Pressure
Category: Health News
Created: 11/10/2008 2:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 11/10/2008
Low Potassium (Hypokalemia)
Source: MedicineNet Gastroenteritis Specialty [2008.03.12]
Title: Low Potassium (Hypokalemia)
Category: Diseases and Conditions
Created: 3/12/2008
Last Editorial Review: 3/12/2008
Thiazide-Induced Hypokalemia May Mediate Increased Diabetes Risk
Source: MedPage Today Cardiovascular [2008.11.25]
BALTIMORE (MedPage Today) -- Thiazide diuretic-induced decreases in serum potassium levels appear to be at least partially responsible for the link between the hypertension drugs and diabetes, researchers here found.
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