Potassium

Summary

Essential electrolyte that regulates fluid balance, nerve transmission, and muscle contraction.

Indications

• muscle cramps
• fatigue
• irregular heartbeat
• hypertension
• edema
• kidney stones (cystine)

Contraindications

• kidney disease
• hyperkalemia
• certain medications (ACE inhibitors, potassium-sparing diuretics)

Preparations

• food-based (fruits, vegetables)
• buffered supplement

Body Systems Affected

• circulatory
• renal
• musculoskeletal
• nervous

Treats These Ailments

Conditions listed as treatable by this remedy:

• Urinary Retention
  Difficulty emptying the bladder completely, leading to urinary urgency and potential bladder dysfunction.
• Lymphatic Congestion
  Poor lymphatic drainage leading to swelling, particularly in extremities.