Patiromer and diet for potassium in dialysis patients
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Part of Hormones & metabolism, Kidney & urinary, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial tests if a medication called patiromer, combined with a low-potassium diet, can help manage potassium levels in people on chronic dialysis. The goal is to improve quality of life by allowing a more flexible diet.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You have been on dialysis (3 times a week) for at least 3 months
- Your potassium level before dialysis is between 4 and 5.5 mEq/L
- You are on stable medications (RAS inhibitors or MRAs) for at least 3 months
- You follow a low-potassium diet and can stick to it
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