What is the drug Kayexalate used for?

What is the drug Kayexalate used for?

This medication is used to treat a high level of potassium in your blood. Too much potassium in your blood can sometimes cause heart rhythm problems. Sodium polystyrene sulfonate works by helping your body get rid of extra potassium.

Does Kayexalate induce diarrhea?

KAYEXALATE may cause some degree of gastric irritation. Anorexia, nausea, vomiting, and constipation may occur especially if high doses are given. Also, hypokalemia, hypocalcemia, and significant sodium retention, and their related clinical manifestations, may occur (see WARNINGS). Occasionally diarrhea develops.

Why is Kayexalate used in renal patients?

Sodium polystyrene sulfonate (SPS) (Kayexalate®) is a cation exchange resin that trades sodium ions for potassium ions, mostly in the large intestine, to enhance the fecal elimination of excess potassium.

When do you give Kayexalate?

Administer KAYEXALATE at least 3 hours before or 3 hours after other oral medications. For patients with gastroparesis, a 6-hour separation should be considered (see WARNINGS and DRUG INTERACTIONS). The resin may be introduced into the stomach through a plastic tube.

What does KAYEXALATE do to potassium?

KAYEXALATE increases fecal potassium excretion through binding of potassium in the lumen of the gastrointestinal tract. Binding of potassium reduces the concentration of free potassium in the gastrointestinal lumen, resulting in a reduction of serum potassium levels.

Why is KAYEXALATE given for hyperkalemia?

Kayexalate (Sodium polystyerene sulfonate) is a cation-exchange resin that was approved in 1958 as a treatment for hyperkalemia by helping to exchange sodium for potassium in the colon and thus excreting potassium from the body. This drug has been a standard part of treatment of hyperkalemia for decades.

Does KAYEXALATE cause black stool?

Get medical help right away if you have any very serious side effects, including: severe constipation, bloating/swelling/pain in the stomach/abdomen, black/bloody stools, vomit that looks like coffee grounds, inability to move your muscles (paralysis), seizures. A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare.

Does KAYEXALATE make you poop?

How does Kayexalate treat hyperkalemia?

When is Lokelma used?

Lokelma is used to treat hyperkalemia (high levels of potassium in the blood) in adults. Lokelma works directly in the intestines and is not absorbed into your bloodstream. Lokelma may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What is Kayexalate?

Kayexalate Generic name: sodium polystyrene sulfonate Dosage form: powder, for suspension Drug class: Cation exchange resins

How do I report side effects of Kayexalate?

You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. KAYEXALATE is a benzene, diethenyl-polymer, with ethenylbenzene, sulfonated, sodium salt and has the following structural formula:

Is Kayexalate safe for children?

Kayexalate belongs to a class of drugs called Potassium Binders. It is not known if Kayexalate is safe and effective in children. What are the possible side effects of Kayexalate? Kayexalate may cause serious side effects including:

What is sodium polystyrene Kayexalate?

Kayexalate (sodium polystyrene) is a cation-exchange resin used to treat high levels of potassium in the blood, also called hyperkalemia. Kayexalate works by helping your body get rid of extra potassium. Kayexalate is available in generic form.