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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Jogeet Singh Sekhon

Overview

Hyperkalemia can be prevented by limiting the intake of potassium in diet and avoiding renal damage.

Primary Prevention

Effective measures for prevention of hyperkalemia;

Limiting potassium uptake.

Avoid fasting

Avoid medications that can cause hyperkalemia

Avoid strenuous exercise

Maintaining healthy renal function

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