Potassium And Magnesium Aspartate Berlin-Chemie

Potassium and magnesium aspartate Berlin-Chemie: Regulation of water-electrolyte balance

Potassium and magnesium aspartate, produced by Berlin-Chemie AG in Germany, is a pharmaceutical preparation intended to regulate water and electrolyte balance in the body. It is widely used in medical practice to treat various conditions associated with potassium and magnesium imbalances.

Potassium and magnesium are important macronutrients necessary for the normal functioning of the body. Potassium is involved in regulating heart rate, muscle and nervous system function, and maintaining normal blood pressure. Magnesium plays an important role in many biochemical processes, including protein synthesis, muscle contraction, and nervous system function.

Potassium and magnesium aspartate contains a combination of these two elements in the form of aspartate. Aspartate is an organic compound that ensures more efficient absorption of potassium and magnesium by the body.

The drug is presented in the form of a solution for infusion, which ensures rapid and effective administration into the body. It is used in various clinical situations, such as arrhythmias due to hypokalemia (low potassium in the blood), cardiac glycoside toxicity, ventricular premature beats, circulatory failure and correction of hypokalemia when using loop diuretics.

However, the drug also has some contraindications and side effects. It is not recommended in the presence of renal failure, hyperkalemia (increased potassium levels in the blood) or AV block II-III degree. Some side effects that may occur with potassium and magnesium aspartate include nausea, dizziness, diarrhea, cardiac conduction disturbances, facial flushing, thirst, decreased blood pressure, hyporeflexia, respiratory depression, neuromuscular transmission disturbances, and arrhythmia.

You should also pay attention to the interaction of potassium and magnesium aspartate with other medications. It may reduce the effectiveness of cardiac glycosides and also increase the risk of hyperkalemia when used concomitantly with potassium-sparing diuretics and angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors.

It is always important to consult your doctor or pharmacist before using potassium magnesium aspartate or any other medicine. They will be able to evaluate your medical history, taking into account possible contraindications, interactions with other drugs, and determine the most appropriate dosage and regimen.

This information is based on my knowledge as of September 2021. Please refer to current sources and consult with a healthcare professional for up-to-date information about potassium and magnesium aspartate and its use in treating specific conditions.