Taking a specific whey protein supplement (ImuPower) daily for 6 weeks can improve shortness of breath but not lung function or quality of life in people with COPD. Other research suggests that taking whey protein supplements does not improve lung function, muscle function, or exercise tolerance in people with COPD.
I have a pt who has hypochloremia and hypokalemia along with hyponatremia. I don't under stand the relationship between hypochloremia and hypokalemia. I did write that hypokalemia is related to my pt by: drugs can cause decreased levels such as heparin.
Hyperprolactinemia with Fluoxetine. By blocking dopamine receptors, traditional antipsychotic agents, as well as risperidone (Risperdal), can lead to increased prolactin release from the pituitary and elevated circulating prolactin levels. This may produce decreased libido, amenorrhea, and galactorrhea. Serotonin also can elevate prolactin.