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Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Clinical Pharmacology

Background:

  • Hyperkalemia is a frequent complication in chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients.
  • Potassium-binding agents like calcium polystyrene sulfonate (CPS) are commonly prescribed for CKD patients to manage hyperkalemia.
  • Hypercalcemia is a recognized, though typically mild, adverse effect of CPS therapy.

Observation:

  • A 68-year-old male with CKD presented with dry mouth, thirst, and malaise.
  • The patient was receiving a daily dose of 80mg CPS.
  • Serum calcium levels were significantly elevated at 3.25 mmol/L, exceeding the normal range (2.15-2.55 mmol/L).

Findings:

  • Extensive diagnostic workup ruled out other causes for the patient's symptoms and hypercalcemia.
  • The elevated serum calcium was ultimately attributed to the use of calcium polystyrene sulfonate (CPS).
  • This case highlights that while CPS-induced hypercalcemia is often mild, severe instances can occur.

Implications:

  • Clinicians should be vigilant for hypercalcemia in CKD patients treated with CPS.
  • Understanding the composition of medications like CPS is crucial for anticipating and preventing adverse events.
  • This case underscores the importance of considering medication side effects in the differential diagnosis of common symptoms in patients with chronic kidney disease.