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Hypokalemia is a metabolic disorder that occurs when the level of potassium in the blood drops too low. Possible causes of hypokalemia include: Antibiotics (penicillin, nafcillin, carbenicillin, gentamicin, amphotericin B, foscarnet) Diarrhea (including the use of too many laxatives, which can cause diarrhea)
Low levels of potassium can cause sodium sensitivity and an increase in blood pressure. Potassium also affects insulin levels. When potassium levels are low, there is a reduction in insulin secretion. A very low level of potassium causes a condition called hypokalemia.