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Potassium Gluconate

Tumil-K, Kaon

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Drug Class

Supplement

Routes

PO

Indications

HypokalemiaHypokalemia (CKD)

Mechanism of Action

Provides supplemental potassium for replacement in hypokalemic states. Gluconate salt is better tolerated than chloride orally.

Side effects & warnings

Monitor serum potassium. GI irritation. Do not use in anuric or oliguric renal failure. Do not crush enteric-coated tablets. Cats: commonly needed with CKD and loop diuretics.

Species with Potassium Gluconate dosing data (2 dose rules)

Cat (Domestic)Dog (Domestic)

Evidence levels across 2 dose rules

Moderate×1Strong×1

Each ExoticRx dose rule is graded by the strength of its primary evidence — see the editorial process.

Backed by a published primary source

  • · Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed

Sample dosing (2 of 2 cited rules)

Free-tier preview — dog and cat dosing. Pro and Student unlock all 2 species including reptiles, birds, pocket pets, livestock, and equine.

SpeciesRouteDoseFrequencyEvidenceSource
Dog (Domestic)PO1–3 mEq/kgq12h with mealsModeratePlumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed
Cat (Domestic)PO2–6 mEq per catq12-24hStrongPlumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed

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