Madely Health Headlines for  June 30, 2010

Elevated potassium levels in the elderly more commonly seen with sulpha antibiotic and certain blood pressure meds: study Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

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Antibiotic plus common heart drugs can be dangerous

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Trimethoprim-Sulfamethoxazole–Induced Hyperkalemia in Patients Receiving Inhibitors of the Renin-Angiotensin System

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