How is Alkalosis treated?
Last updated September 7, 2026.
**Alkalosis is treated by correcting its cause and restoring your blood's acid and base balance.** Your clinician uses blood tests to identify the type and guide treatment. Metabolic alkalosis may need fluid, chloride, or potassium replacement and changes to medicines that contribute to it. Respiratory alkalosis needs treatment for the cause of overbreathing, such as pain, anxiety, or lung disease, with oxygen if your oxygen level is low. Follow your treatment plan and ask your clinician before changing medicines or taking supplements.
What to do
- **Get evaluated:** See a clinician for testing if you have persistent tingling, muscle spasms, or unexplained rapid breathing.
- **Review medicines:** Tell your clinician about your diuretics, antacids, and supplements before making changes.
- **Replace minerals safely:** Take potassium or other electrolyte supplements only as directed.
- **Use guided breathing:** If your clinician confirms anxiety causes your overbreathing, practice the breathing technique they recommend.
- **Seek emergency care:** Call 911 if you have severe trouble breathing, a seizure, or loss of consciousness.
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