Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Kayexalate can be given as a liquid by mouth, through a stomach feeding tube, or as a rectal enema.
Do not give  Kayexalate orally (by mouth) to a newborn baby. Do not use the medicine orally or rectally in a baby who has slow digestion caused by surgery or by using other medicines.
To give this medicine orally: Mix the Kayexalate powder with water, or with honey or jam to make it taste better. Avoid inhaling the oral powder while you are preparing a dose.
Do not mix the powder with any juice or other liquid that contains potassium, such as orange juice.
The rectal enema form of this medicine is usually given by a healthcare professional. The enema will be inserted slowly while you are lying down. You may need to hold in the enema for up to several hours. The Kayexalate enema is usually followed with a second cleansing enema.
You will need frequent medical tests to help your doctor determine how long to treat you with Kayexalate.
Keep using this medicine even if you feel fine. Hyperkalemia often has no symptoms that you will notice until your potassium levels are very low.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
 Detailed Kayexalate dosage information
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What happens if I miss a dose?
Use the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not use two doses at one time.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.
