Drug details

Veltassa (patiromer powder for suspension in water for oral administration)

type of Potassium Binders

Veltassa (patiromer) for oral suspension is a potassium binder indicated for the treatment of high potassium levels in the blood (hyperkalemia).

This drug may have the following side effects:
  • hives,
  • difficulty breathing,
  • swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat,
  • seizure,
  • nausea
  • muscle pain or weakness,
  • numbness, and
  • back-and-forth movements of the eyes,
The following drugs are related to Veltassa, either as a replacement or used together:
  • Aldactone (spironolactone)
  • Klor-Con (potassium chloride)
  • Slow-K (potassium chloride)