How Potassium interacts with L-dopa
Interaction Type: Depletions
Interaction Rating: Study Supported
In patients with Parkinson's disease, these medications are reported to cause increased elimination of potassium in the urine. Supplementation with the affected nutrient may be necessary.(1)
 
References
  1. View Abstract:  Granerus AK, Jagenburg R, Svanborg A. Kaliuretic Effect of L-dopa Treatment in Parkinsonian Patients. Acta Med Scand. 1977;201(4):291-97.
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