You may be able to find Medicare plan options in your area that cover Kionex (generic Kayexalate). Learn more about Kayexalate and find Medicare Advantage plans in your area that cover other prescription drugs.
Kayexalate
Chemical name: Kionex, Kalexate, Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate
Brand name: Kayexalate
Typical dosage: 15g/60ml
Typical type: Oral liquid1
Kayexalate is a medication used to treat high potassium levels. It is available as a brand name drug or a generic and comes as an oral powder or liquid.
Kayexalate is a medication used to treat high potassium levels. It removes potassium from cells in the body in order to reduce potassium levels back to a normal level.
The generic equivalents of Kayexalate include Kionex, Kalexate and Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate. Kayexalate is taken up to 4 times daily orally.
Kayexalate is normally well tolerated but can cause some diarrhea and upset stomach.
How much does Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate cost with Medicare Advantage?
Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate coverage and costs may vary based on the specific plan you have, as well as what coverage stage you're in.
Contact your plan carrier or consult your plan formulary for more cost information.
Does Medicare Advantage cover Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate?
According to GoodRx, 98% of Medicare Advantage plans and Medicare Part D plans covered Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate, the generic form of Kayexalate, in 2023.1
Medicare Advantage plans or Part D plans that cover Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate include copay amounts that can range widely from one plan to another. Plan members may also be responsible for meeting a deductible before the plan’s drug coverage kicks in.
Medicare Advantage plans that offer prescription drug coverage are called Medicare Advantage Prescription Drug Plans (MA-PD). 89% of 2023 Medicare Advantage plans included prescription drug coverage.2
Medicare prescription drugs plans each have their own formulary, or drug list, that details what prescription drugs are covered by the plan and how they are covered.
Drug coverage may vary based on plan availability. You may be able to find Medicare Advantage plan options in your area that cover Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate. We represent carriers such as Humana, Aetna, UHC, Anthem BCBS, Wellcare, Cigna Healthcare, and Kaiser Permanente.
Join our email series to receive your free Medicare guide and the latest information about Medicare and Medicare Advantage.
By clicking "Sign me up!” you are agreeing to receive emails from MedicareAdvantage.com.
Additional information
Kayexalate is typically given in a hospital setting or in the doctor’s office, but your doctor may teach you how to take it on your own at home.
If you use the oral powder form of the medication, mix the powder with water or syrup. Do not heat or microwave the mixture. Use the mixture within 24 hours.
Let your doctor know if you experience electrolyte imbalance problems such as mood changes, confusion, muscle problems or an abnormal heartbeat.
This article is for informational purposes only. It is not healthcare advice, treatment, or diagnosis. It is not an endorsement of or recommendation for this medication. Speak to your doctor or healthcare provider about your specific healthcare needs, including your prescription medications. Only take medication as directed by your doctor.
Coverage and costs of prescription medications will vary by Medicare plan. Not all plans are available in all areas.
Written by Hayden Gharibyar, Pharm.D.
1 GoodRx. Kayexalate. Retrieved October 2023, from www.goodrx.com/Kayexalate/medicare-coverage.
Read our guide to Medicare Advantage Prescription Drug Plans to discover the different plans, what they cover, how you can enroll and if an MAPD plan could benefit you. Read more
There are a number of prescription drug assistance programs that can help patients save on the rising cost of prescription drugs. Learn about eligibility. Read more
A formulary for Medicare is the list of drugs a given Medicare Part D prescription drug plan or Medicare Advantage Prescription Drug (MA-PD) plan will cover. A Medicare plan formulary details information such as how drugs are covered, their relative costs, limitations and/or restrictions. Read more
This guide explains 2023 Medicare Open Enrollment for 2024 coverage and other Medicare enrollment periods. Don't miss this important time to review and change your Medicare coverage. Read more
This report details where Medicare beneficiaries have access to the widest range of quality 2024 Medicare Advantage plans at the most affordable prices. Read more
Learn More About Medicare
Join our email series to receive your Medicare guide and the latest information about Medicare.
By clicking "Sign me up!” you are agreeing to receive emails from MedicareAdvantage.com.
Thanks for signing up for our emails!
Your Medicare guide will arrive in your email inbox shortly. You can also look forward to informative email updates about Medicare and Medicare Advantage.
If you'd like to speak with an agent right away, we're standing by for that as well. Give us a call!
1-800-557-6059TTY 711, 24/7LICENSED AGENTS AVAILABLE NOW
You're on your way to finding a Medicare Supplement plan!
Compare your Medigap plan options by visiting MedicareSupplement.com