Potassium (K)
Water balance trace element - water retention and rheumatism
Overview
Water balance trace element - water retention and rheumatism
Oligotherapy Profile
- Symbol
- K
- Terrain Type
- Arthritic
- Typical Dose
- 5-20mg
Therapeutic Properties
- Natural diuretic
- Hydro-electrolyte regulator
- Anti-rheumatic
- Decongestant
- Cardiac regulator
Indications
- Water retention
- Mild edema
- Arthrosis rheumatism
- Aqueous cellulite
- Heavy legs
- Mild hypertension
Recommended Dosage
1 ampoule daily in morning. 1-2 month course with potassium monitoring if at-risk terrain.
Contraindications
- Kidney failure
- Hyperkalemia
- Addison's disease
- Treatment with ACE inhibitors or ARBs
Safety Profile
- Pregnancy : âś“ Compatible
- Breastfeeding : âś“ Compatible
- Children : âś“ Compatible
References
- Picard H. Oligothérapie. Maloine, 1998