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SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 5 Researches
8.5
USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 3 Reviews
7
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Tablet
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Potassium (elemental) (from 619 mg Potassium Gluconate)
99 mg
2%
Top Medical Research Studies
8
Potassium treatment aids neuron recovery
Retigabine, a potassium channel opener, restores thalamocortical neuron functionality in a murine model of autoimmune encephalomyelitis.
High relevance to autoimmune research
We explored how a specific potassium channel opener, Retigabine, impacts thalamic neuron functionality in autoimmune encephalomyelitis, a model for Multiple Sclerosis. In the study, we created localized inflammatory lesions in the brains of mice to mimic the disease effects.
By testing Retigabine, we observed its potential to improve neuron excitability and information processing in these affected areas. The results indicate that this treatment might effectively reduce the adverse effects of inflammation on the brain, supporting its role as a neuroprotective agent.
By testing Retigabine, we observed its potential to improve neuron excitability and information processing in these affected areas. The results indicate that this treatment might effectively reduce the adverse effects of inflammation on the brain, supporting its role as a neuroprotective agent.
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9.5
Potassium treatment aids recovery
Hypokalemic quadriplegia in Sjogren's syndrome: A case report.
Crucial for patient management
We assessed a unique case of a woman with Sjogren's syndrome who faced severe muscle weakness due to low potassium levels, a condition known as hypokalemic paralysis. This rare complication stemmed from distal renal tubular acidosis associated with her autoimmune disorder.
After administering potassium chloride, she fully regained her muscle strength, highlighting how critical timely diagnosis and treatment are for preventing serious complications. We emphasize the need for healthcare providers to regularly check electrolyte levels in patients experiencing muscle weakness to improve health outcomes.
After administering potassium chloride, she fully regained her muscle strength, highlighting how critical timely diagnosis and treatment are for preventing serious complications. We emphasize the need for healthcare providers to regularly check electrolyte levels in patients experiencing muscle weakness to improve health outcomes.
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9
Potassium treatment benefits kidney health
Coexistence of Sjögren's Syndrome-associated Interstitial Nephritis and Hypokalemic Nephropathy in a Patient with Distal Renal Tubular Acidosis.
Significant relevance to autoimmune research
We examined a case involving a 42-year-old woman struggling with muscle weakness due to hypokalemic distal renal tubular acidosis (dRTA). Our investigations revealed that her autoimmune conditions, Sjögren's syndrome and Hashimoto's thyroiditis, contributed to her low potassium levels.
After potassium supplementation, we observed a significant improvement in her renal function markers, indicating that the low potassium levels were harming her kidney's proximal tubules. This highlights how important potassium can be in managing certain aspects of autoimmune-induced kidney issues.
After potassium supplementation, we observed a significant improvement in her renal function markers, indicating that the low potassium levels were harming her kidney's proximal tubules. This highlights how important potassium can be in managing certain aspects of autoimmune-induced kidney issues.
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Most Useful Reviews
1.3
Disappointing
Again, I tried this one, but nothing happened. I am really disappointed. I will not be reordering in the future.
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2.3
Not suitable
I will not order anymore. I know potassium is beneficial, but this one did not suit my family. It is hard to swallow and caused unpleasant sensations in the stomach. I suspect the potassium gluconate is poorly digested, so I will try other types.
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1
No effect
I ordered it for inflammation relief, but it didn't work for me. I had high hopes based on the recommendations, but unfortunately, I didn't experience any benefits.
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Medical Researches
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 5 Researches
8.5
- All Researches
9.5
Potassium treatment aids recovery
Hypokalemic quadriplegia in Sjogren's syndrome: A case report.
Crucial for patient management
We assessed a unique case of a woman with Sjogren's syndrome who faced severe muscle weakness due to low potassium levels, a condition known as hypokalemic paralysis. This rare complication stemmed from distal renal tubular acidosis associated with her autoimmune disorder.
After administering potassium chloride, she fully regained her muscle strength, highlighting how critical timely diagnosis and treatment are for preventing serious complications. We emphasize the need for healthcare providers to regularly check electrolyte levels in patients experiencing muscle weakness to improve health outcomes.
After administering potassium chloride, she fully regained her muscle strength, highlighting how critical timely diagnosis and treatment are for preventing serious complications. We emphasize the need for healthcare providers to regularly check electrolyte levels in patients experiencing muscle weakness to improve health outcomes.
Read More
9
Potassium treatment benefits kidney health
Coexistence of Sjögren's Syndrome-associated Interstitial Nephritis and Hypokalemic Nephropathy in a Patient with Distal Renal Tubular Acidosis.
Significant relevance to autoimmune research
We examined a case involving a 42-year-old woman struggling with muscle weakness due to hypokalemic distal renal tubular acidosis (dRTA). Our investigations revealed that her autoimmune conditions, Sjögren's syndrome and Hashimoto's thyroiditis, contributed to her low potassium levels.
After potassium supplementation, we observed a significant improvement in her renal function markers, indicating that the low potassium levels were harming her kidney's proximal tubules. This highlights how important potassium can be in managing certain aspects of autoimmune-induced kidney issues.
After potassium supplementation, we observed a significant improvement in her renal function markers, indicating that the low potassium levels were harming her kidney's proximal tubules. This highlights how important potassium can be in managing certain aspects of autoimmune-induced kidney issues.
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8
Sjögren's syndrome requires prompt treatment
Sjögren's syndrome complicated with hypothyroidism and osteomalacia: A case report.
Case highlights potassium's benefits
We explored how potassium treatment impacted a 22-year-old woman diagnosed with Sjögren's syndrome and experiencing unusual symptoms like hypokalemic paralysis and bone pain. After thorough tests confirmed distal renal tubular acidosis as a complication of her condition, she underwent an intensive treatment program focused on stabilizing her potassium levels.
Remarkably, her symptoms improved significantly within just two weeks. This case highlights the need for awareness of Sjögren's syndrome in younger patients and the importance of prompt, comprehensive treatment strategies to enhance their quality of life.
Remarkably, her symptoms improved significantly within just two weeks. This case highlights the need for awareness of Sjögren's syndrome in younger patients and the importance of prompt, comprehensive treatment strategies to enhance their quality of life.
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8
Potassium iodide helps Graves' disease
Graves' hyperthyroidism treated with potassium iodide: early response and after 2 years of follow-up.
Effective treatment for hyperthyroidism
We examined the effectiveness of potassium iodide (KI) in treating Graves' hyperthyroidism, enrolling 324 untreated patients. Over two years, we monitored their response to a daily dose of about 100 mg of KI. Incredibly, more than 50% of the patients showed improvement within the first month, and 42.7% continued to benefit from the treatment throughout the study. Importantly, none reported adverse effects from the KI. This suggests that potassium iodide is a valuable alternative for managing this autoimmune disorder.
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8
Potassium treatment aids neuron recovery
Retigabine, a potassium channel opener, restores thalamocortical neuron functionality in a murine model of autoimmune encephalomyelitis.
High relevance to autoimmune research
We explored how a specific potassium channel opener, Retigabine, impacts thalamic neuron functionality in autoimmune encephalomyelitis, a model for Multiple Sclerosis. In the study, we created localized inflammatory lesions in the brains of mice to mimic the disease effects.
By testing Retigabine, we observed its potential to improve neuron excitability and information processing in these affected areas. The results indicate that this treatment might effectively reduce the adverse effects of inflammation on the brain, supporting its role as a neuroprotective agent.
By testing Retigabine, we observed its potential to improve neuron excitability and information processing in these affected areas. The results indicate that this treatment might effectively reduce the adverse effects of inflammation on the brain, supporting its role as a neuroprotective agent.
Read More
User Reviews
USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 3 Reviews
7
- All Reviews
- Positive Reviews
- Negative Reviews
1.3
Disappointing
Again, I tried this one, but nothing happened. I am really disappointed. I will not be reordering in the future.
2.3
Not suitable
I will not order anymore. I know potassium is beneficial, but this one did not suit my family. It is hard to swallow and caused unpleasant sensations in the stomach. I suspect the potassium gluconate is poorly digested, so I will try other types.
1
No effect
I ordered it for inflammation relief, but it didn't work for me. I had high hopes based on the recommendations, but unfortunately, I didn't experience any benefits.
