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Started on lasix and potassium
I had a few small strokes within days of each other...swelling of right foot and calf it felt like it was going to burst open.. right arm and right side of face tingly and dumb.was hospitalized for observation.. sent home with a new script for Gemfibrozil added to a new lower dose of atorvastatin ( was before strokes taking 80 mg.now down to 10) 4 days of major charlie horses Dr said stop taking Gemfibrozil.. and to help with the swelling I was put on lasix furosemide 20 mg and pot chloride 20 meg.. I am drinking more water but not peeing anymore than normal..dizzy tho.and sometimes short of breath, especially when walking or talking..how much water should I be drinking, an the muscle cramps and weakness of my legs will they get better? This kills me.. the pain last for hours after a cramp. I am not having as much swelling in my right foot and leg but still enough for me to elevate..I am getting an appt to see a cardiologist soon as my Dr thinks my swelling may be related to an abnormal ecg ..My question is how much water and are my symptoms normal ?
This is rather complex my dear.
You're suffering from some significant drug side effects AND drug interaction effects and that's why your recent drug adjustments were made in an attempt to correct, something which should have been prevented
Potassium along with sodium regulate & control, more or less, the delicate balance of intra and extra-cellular fluids.
Potassium influences a large number of important bodily functions and a severe deficiency can even result in death if not corrected right away.
It should be one of your top priorities and concerns.
This deficiency alone is likely causing the abnormal ECG along with a cascade of other issues and symptoms including the cramping.
Your lasix/potassium chloride treatment has to be monitored frequently, since the lasix reduces the effectiveness of the potassium chloride.
Your Co-enzyme Q10 is greatly reduced because of your intake of Atorvastatin, so it might be a good idea to look into this as well.
It is vital for mitochondrial ATP (cellular energy) production, but discuss this with your doctor as it might decrease anticoagulant effectiveness, if you are on anticoagulants or if you are a candidate for anticoagulants.
It's still beyond me that you were on 80mg of Atorvastin AND
Gemfibrozil (you did not mention the dose amount)
There's a MAJOR interaction between these 2 drugs, which should have been explained to you by your doctor or your pharmacist.
Nonetheless, you must watch your carb consumption. Carbs will increase your triglycerides and your very small density lipoprotein, which are both the
most damaging to the endothelial cells of your arteries.
Avoid alcohol and sweets as much as possible!
I hope this helps, however, please note that my suggestions and comments are not intended as a substitute for medical advice.
Best wishes,
Niko
You're suffering from some significant drug side effects AND drug interaction effects and that's why your recent drug adjustments were made in an attempt to correct, something which should have been prevented
Potassium along with sodium regulate & control, more or less, the delicate balance of intra and extra-cellular fluids.
Potassium influences a large number of important bodily functions and a severe deficiency can even result in death if not corrected right away.
It should be one of your top priorities and concerns.
This deficiency alone is likely causing the abnormal ECG along with a cascade of other issues and symptoms including the cramping.
Your lasix/potassium chloride treatment has to be monitored frequently, since the lasix reduces the effectiveness of the potassium chloride.
Your Co-enzyme Q10 is greatly reduced because of your intake of Atorvastatin, so it might be a good idea to look into this as well.
It is vital for mitochondrial ATP (cellular energy) production, but discuss this with your doctor as it might decrease anticoagulant effectiveness, if you are on anticoagulants or if you are a candidate for anticoagulants.
It's still beyond me that you were on 80mg of Atorvastin AND
Gemfibrozil (you did not mention the dose amount)
There's a MAJOR interaction between these 2 drugs, which should have been explained to you by your doctor or your pharmacist.
Nonetheless, you must watch your carb consumption. Carbs will increase your triglycerides and your very small density lipoprotein, which are both the
most damaging to the endothelial cells of your arteries.
Avoid alcohol and sweets as much as possible!
I hope this helps, however, please note that my suggestions and comments are not intended as a substitute for medical advice.
Best wishes,
Niko
My husband is on lasix with swollen legs. lasix is used to drain the water out of your system. You don't want to ever drink alot of water when you are on lasix because you are already swollen with water. and always elevate your feet. My husband started out with 20 mg and when his water was not draining he went to 40 mg. He has diabetes so he is now at 80 mg of lasix which is helping him, on another thought, too much lasik is bad for you.
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