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Posted by James R on November 26, 2007, at 15:44:04
Hi,I read that antidepressants reduce CRH (cortocotropin releasing hormone) levels.
Since CRH throttles aldosterone production which
in turn affects potassium absorbtion in the kidneys, is it the case that a properly functioning antideppressant will
lower basal potassium levels? Could the lowered potassium levels fight back somehow to prevent hypokalemia (low potassium absorbtion)?James
Posted by Sigismund on November 26, 2007, at 20:07:49
In reply to antidepressants and CRH/aldosterone/k+ levels, posted by James R on November 26, 2007, at 15:44:04
Do I remember correctly that someone here had his/her insomnia resolve after taking potassium chloride on Emsam?
Posted by Netch on November 27, 2007, at 11:20:14
In reply to antidepressants and CRH/aldosterone/k+ levels, posted by James R on November 26, 2007, at 15:44:04
Best way to avoid low aldosterone levels and hypokalemia is a high potassium low sodium diet.
/Netch
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