What medications are prescribed for HyperKPP?
A tablespoonful of Calcium Gluconate syrup stirred into a glass of Coca Cola or other sweet beverage has proven an effective therapy which aborts mild episodes in the early stages. Calcium Gluconate Syrup is a mineral supplement available off the shelf and is found in most pharmacies. Albuterol, administered by nebulizer or inhaler, has proven an effective treatment for some patients who have infrequent episodes. For those who have frequent episodes and whose lives are compromised, more aggressive treatment is advisable, especially since some patients with HyperKPP may develop permanent muscle weakness after years of episodes. The carbonic anhydrase inhibitor ‘Diamox’ (acetazolomide) is often prescribed for HyperKPP patients. About 25% of patients do not respond to Diamox and must be put on other drugs. Patients who take Diamox must be alert to potentially dangerous drug interactions as it slows the excretion of other drugs from the system. Avoid large doses of aspirin when taking Diam
