Potassium Citrate Dosing for Dogs and Cats By Weight
Important Information
2.2 mEq/100 kcal of energy/day PO or 0.5 mEq/kg per day PO. Higher doses have been used safely in some animals.
1000 mg potassium citrate = 9.26 mEq potassium.
Reference Source
Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 682-683
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Standard Dosage Guidelines
Small Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dogs | PO | 0.5-2.2 mEq/kg | Per day |
| Cats | PO | 0.5-2.2 mEq/kg | Per day |
Large Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| No doses have been reported for large animals. | |||