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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.
Two types of arthritis medications may be associated with abnormal levels of potassium in the blood. Prednisone or other corticosteroids may occasionally lower the levels of potassium. This side effect is more likely to occur at higher doses. Moderate degrees of potassium depletion over time is often asymptomatic but patients may complain of muscle weakness.