Does Resonium cause constipation?

Accordingly patients receiving Resonium A should be monitored for all applicable electrolyte disturbances. In the event of clinically significant constipation, treatment with the resin should be discontinued until normal bowel habit is resumed.

What is Resonium used for?

Buff coloured powder. Resonium A is an ion-exchange resin that is recommended for the treatment of hyperkalaemia associated with anuria or severe oliguria. It is also used to treat hyperkalaemia in patients requiring dialysis and in patients on regular haemodialysis or on prolonged peritoneal dialysis.

When should Resonium be taken?

Administer Calcium Resonium at least 3 hours before or 3 hours after other oral medications. For patients with gastroparesis, a 6-hour separation should be considered (see Sections 4.2 & 4.5).

How long does calcium Resonium take to work?

Calcium resonium is a polystyrene cation exchange resin which acts to remove excess potassium from the body by exchanging it for the cation ion (Ca++) in the resin. It is a relatively slow method of reducing serum potassium. Onset of action is 2 – 12 hours; longer if given rectally.

How much does Resonium cost?

Resonium A is for oral or rectal administration only. The dosage recommendations detailed in this section are a guide only; the precise requirements should be decided on the basis of regular serum electrolyte determinations. The usual dose is 15g three or four times a day.

How do you shift potassium?

Shifting potassium intracellularly is done using insulin or a beta2 agonist (Table 52,3). Insulin typically is given as 10 units intravenously with 50 mL of 50 percent glucose to counteract hypoglycemia. Repeated doses can be given if the potassium level remains elevated.

How does Resonium a work?

Resonium A is used to treat something called ‘hyperkalaemia’. This is when there is too much potassium in your blood. It works by removing this extra potassium to bring your levels back to normal. It is often given to people who have kidney problems and people on dialysis.

How can I test my potassium at home?

A urine test can be done using a single urine sample or urine collected over 24 hours. A single urine sample may be taken at a health professional’s office or at home. A 24-hour sample is done at home.

Is low potassium life-threatening?

It is critical to the proper functioning of nerve and muscles cells, particularly heart muscle cells. Normally, your blood potassium level is 3.6 to 5.2 millimoles per liter (mmol/L). A very low potassium level (less than 2.5 mmol/L ) can be life-threatening and requires urgent medical attention.