Patiromer

Generic name: Patiromer
Brand names: Veltassa
Dosage form: oral powder for reconstitution (16.8 g; 25.2 g; 8.4 g)
Drug class: Cation exchange resins

Usage of Patiromer

Patiromer is used in adults to treat hyperkalemia (high levels of potassium in your blood).

Patiromer may also be used in adults for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Patiromer side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives, difficult breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Patiromer may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have:

low magnesium--dizziness, irregular heartbeats, feeling jittery, muscle cramps, muscle spasms, cough or choking feeling.

Common side effects of patiromer may include:

constipation, diarrhea;

stomach discomfort, nausea; or

gas.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Patiromer

You should not use patiromer if you are allergic to it, or if you have:

bowel obstruction;

bowel problems caused by recent surgery;

trouble swallowing;

severe constipation; or

low levels of magnesium in your blood.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

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How to use Patiromer

Usual Adult Dose for Hyperkalemia:

Initial dose: 8.4 g orally once a day-Monitor serum potassium level and adjust dose in 8.4 mg increments at 1-week intervals based on serum potassium level and desired target range Maintenance dose: 8.4 to 25.2 mg/day Maximum dose 25.2 g/dayComments:-This drug should not be used as an emergency treatment for life-threatening hyperkalemia because of its delayed onset of action.-This drug should be administered at least 3 hours before or 3 hours after other oral medications.Use: For the treatment of hyperkalemia.

Warnings

Use only as directed. Tell your doctor if you use other medicines or have other medical conditions or allergies.

Avoid taking other medicines by mouth within 3 hours before or 3 hours after you take patiromer.

What other drugs will affect Patiromer

Patiromer can make it harder for your body to absorb other medicines you take by mouth. If you take any of the following medications, take them 3 hours before or after you take patiromer:

Telmisartan;

Bisoprolol, Carvedilol, Nebivolol;

ciprofloxacin;

Levothyroxine;

metformin;

mycophenolate;

quinidine; or

thiamine.

This list is not complete and many other drugs may affect patiromer. This includes prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible drug interactions are listed here.

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