Guideline for Potassium Supplementation in Dogs and Cats
Serum Potassium Concentration (mEq/L) | mEq KCl to Add to 1 L of Maintenance Fluids |
|---|---|
< 2.0 | 80 |
2.1–2.5 | 60 |
2.6–3.0 | 40 |
3.1–3.5 | 25–30 |
3.6–5.0 | 20 |
>5.0 | none |
Guideline for Potassium Supplementation in Dogs and Cats
Serum Potassium Concentration (mEq/L) | mEq KCl to Add to 1 L of Maintenance Fluids |
|---|---|
< 2.0 | 80 |
2.1–2.5 | 60 |
2.6–3.0 | 40 |
3.1–3.5 | 25–30 |
3.6–5.0 | 20 |
>5.0 | none |