Lokelma (Sodium Zirconium Cyclosilicate)

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Description

Lokelma is available by prescription only to lower potassium levels in the blood.

Because Lokelma does not start working right away, it should not be used to lower emergent and life-threatening potassium levels.

Lokelma is available as an oral suspension of 5 grams per packet or 10 grams per packet.

Directions

Take Lokelma exactly as your doctor has prescribed. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about any questions or concerns you have about the medication.

Patients are recommended to start taking 10 grams by mouth three times a day for up to 2 days. 10 grams are recommended to be taken daily for continued treatment. The dose may be adjusted by the doctor as needed until potassium levels are within goal range.

Chronic hemodialysis patients may require a lower dose.

Ingredients

A potassium binder, sodium zirconium cyclosilicate, is the active ingredient in Lokelma.

Contraindications

According to the most recent Lokelma Prescribing Information, there are no contraindications to the medication.

Cautions

  • Before you start taking Lokelma, tell your doctor about:
    • All the medications you take, including herbals, vitamins, and supplements.
    • Your allergies.
    • Your current health problems and past medical history.
    • Your pregnancy or breastfeeding status.
  • Lokelma should not be administered to patients with severe constipation, bowel obstruction or impaction, or any other gastrointestinal motility problem.
  • Some patients may experience swelling due to the fact that Lokelma contains sodium. Signs and symptoms of swelling should be monitored, especially in patients who are on a low-sodium diet or have heart failure or kidney disease.
  • Hemodialysis patients may develop low potassium levels in the blood with Lokelma treatment.
  • Lokelma can look like an imaging agent during abdominal X-rays.

Side Effects

Mild to moderate swelling is the most common side effect of Lokelma; however, patients can experience other side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you have side effects that concern you or won’t go away.

Reference:

  1. Lokelma (sodium zirconium cyclosilicate). Wilmington, DE: AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP; 2022.



IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.

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