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.
Metformin may cause hypoglycemia, which is low blood sugar. Symptoms for hypoglycemia are dizziness, shakiness, irritability, nervousness, changes in mood or behavior, headaches, weakness, numbness or tingling around your mouth, hunger, pale skin, and clumsy movements.