How Potassium interacts with sodium bicarbonate
Interaction Type: Depletions
Interaction Rating: Study Supported
Excessive use or overdoses of sodium bicarbonate may result in dangerously low levels of potassium in the body. Supplementation with the affected nutrient may be necessary.(1)
 
References
  1. View Abstract:  Fitzgibbons LJ, Snoey ER. Severe Metabolic Alkalosis Due to Baking Soda Ingestion: Case Reports of Two Patients With Unsuspected Antacid Overdose. J Emerg Med. Jan1999;17(1):57-61.
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