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Pottasium deficiency

2018-08-05 07:14:07
My mother's pottasium level is 1.7 and she is under medication.She is taking Potklor thrice a day.Doctor has prescribed to have a check up again 1week after blood test.She is very weak and not willing to eat much.any suggestion please for any alternative treatment?
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Potchlor is given to increase her potassium level . Please give the medication as advised and abide with your doctor ‘s order
Next Steps
Regular check for Sodium and potassium
Health Tips
Follow the treatment as advised

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