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In particular, the main drugs that can lead to low potassium levels are: 1  Diuretics or 'Water Pills. ' 2 Laxatives. 3  Any drugs that cause Magnesium Depletion.
Low potassium concentration (hypokalemia). Possible causes of potassium deficiency include excessive release of aldosterone by the adrenal cortex (Cushing's syndrome), which increases renal excretion of potassium; use of diuretic drugs that promote potassium excretion; kidney disease; and prolonged vomiting or diarrhea.