What to do when muscle cramps occur due to potassium deficiency

Muscle cramps caused by potassium deficiency can usually be improved through daily care, oral medications, intravenous injection, and other methods. The specific analysis is as follows:

1. Daily Care

Potassium is the primary cation responsible for maintaining cellular physiological activities and plays an important role in ensuring the normal function of nerve and muscle cells. When potassium levels fall below the minimum physiological concentration, it can easily affect the normal function of nervous tissues and muscles, leading to symptoms such as muscle weakness, cramps, and pain. Patients can gently stretch and relax their muscles regularly to relieve cramping, and drink an appropriate amount of warm water to maintain proper fluid balance in the body.

2. Oral Medications

If cramping is caused by potassium deficiency, patients may take potassium supplements orally under medical guidance, such as potassium citrate granules, potassium chloride tablets, or potassium chloride sustained-release tablets, to alleviate symptoms.

3. Intravenous Injection

In cases of severe potassium deficiency accompanied by frequent cramps and significant muscle weakness, when oral medication fails to achieve desired therapeutic effects, intravenous administration may be performed under a doctor's supervision. This may include intravenous infusions of potassium chloride injection, sodium chloride injection, or potassium aspartate injection.

In addition to the above common treatment approaches, patients should avoid strenuous exercise to prevent worsening of cramp symptoms. All medications should be used strictly under medical supervision; self-medication should be avoided.