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Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate Powder For Oral- Rectal – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate

Strength: 454 g | Form: Powder For Rectal/Oral Suspension

Price in UAE: AED 290.08

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate Powder For Oral- Rectal

Class:|Cation-exchange resin Use:|Treatment of hyperkalemia (elevated potassium levels in the blood) Adult dose:|Oral: 15 g to 60 g per day in divided doses; Rectal: 30 g to 50 g every 6 hours as needed Pediatric dose:|Oral: 1 g/kg per dose every 6 hours as needed; Rectal: 1 g/kg per dose every 6 hours as needed Side effects:|Constipation, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, electrolyte imbalances, colonic necrosis (rare) Contraindications:|Hypokalemia, obstructive bowel disease, neonates with

Drug Class

|Cation-exchange resin

Uses & Indications

|Treatment of hyperkalemia (elevated potassium levels in the blood)

Storage Requirements

Not available

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: KVK-Tech, Inc, United States of America

Package Size

454 g

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 290.08

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

|Oral: 15 g to 60 g per day in divided doses; Rectal: 30 g to 50 g every 6 hours as needed

Pediatric Dose

|Oral: 1 g/kg per dose every 6 hours as needed; Rectal: 1 g/kg per dose every 6 hours as needed

Side Effects

|Constipation, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, electrolyte imbalances, colonic necrosis (rare)

Contraindications & Precautions

|Hypokalemia, obstructive bowel disease, neonates with reduced gut motility, hypers

Important Warnings

Not available

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate Powder For Oral- Rectal available in UAE pharmacies:

Resonium 454 g Powder For Rectal/Oral Suspension SODIUM RESONIUM 454 g Powder For Rectal/Oral Suspension Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate 454 g Powder For Rectal/Oral Suspension

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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