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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.
Medications. Taking different medications can also cause a deficiency of potassium in the body. Medications that are known to cause potassium deficiency to occur include diuretics, different types of cortisone and blood pressure medications.