What is the treatment for high potassium levels in the blood?

Treatment for high potassium levels, or hyperkalemia, often involves dietary modifications, medications, and sometimes emergency interventions. Mild cases may be managed by reducing potassium intake and using diuretics to help excrete excess potassium. In more severe cases, intravenous calcium, insulin with glucose, or sodium bicarbonate may be administered to stabilize heart function and shift potassium into cells. Dialysis may be necessary for patients with kidney failure or those who do not respond to other treatments.