Hyperkalemia, which can induce signs of a heart attack or paralysis and weakness of the muscles, is defined as a level that is higher than 5.0-5.5 mEq/L.
Hyperkalemia is a potentially serious condition that may be associated with numerous pathophysiological conditions. Clinically significant hyperkalemia reduces membrane excitability and disturbs ...
Adverse effects of both spironolactone and eplerenone include potentially life-threatening hyperkalemia, which can be induced by renal insufficiency, diabetes mellitus, advanced heart failure ...