Some IV drugs were labeled a lesser-dose than what the products actually contain. An overdose could be deadly to infants and those with underlying health conditions.

Swapping salt for salt substitutes enriched with potassium could help lower the risk of recurrent stroke and death, a new ...

ICU Medical, Inc. is voluntarily recalling one lot each of POTASSIUM CHLORIDE Inj. bags with overwrap labels 10 mEq, packaged ...

ICU Medical, Inc. is voluntarily recalling one lot each of POTASSIUM CHLORIDE Inj. bags with overwrap labels 10mEq, packaged in cases of POTASSIUM CHLORIDE Inj. 20 mEq, to the user level. ICU Medical ...

The progression of evidence has marched forward from studies showing a reduction in salt associated with lower blood pressure ...

The study shows that a simple change—switching to a salt that contains some potassium—can help stroke survivors reduce their ...

After nine days of eating only cucumbers, the extreme weight loss has become a real concern. While mono-eating can have ...

Can switching salt lower stroke risk? YES! A study finds salt substitutes significantly reduce stroke recurrence and death ...

The primary risk of eplerenone is hyperkalemia (which can cause serious arrhythmias). Periodic monitoring of potassium levels is recommended for patients at risk of developing hyperkalemia.

ICU Medical has issued a voluntary recall of Potassium Chloride Injection 20 mEq, packaged in 100 mL bags, due to incorrect ...

Experts suggest that salt substitutes may help reduce stroke risk as a simple, low-cost intervention but should be part of a healthy diet and lifestyle. Preventing strokes and mitigating their ...

Salt substitution reduced stroke recurrence by 14% and mortality by 12%, offering a simple, effective intervention.