Table 2.

Recommended amount of potassium chloride and rate of infusion

Serum Potassium Concentration (mEq/L)	Potassium Chloride (mEq) to Add to Fluid (250 mL)	Potassium (mEq) to Add to Fluid (1 L)	Maximal Fluid Infusion Rate (mL/kg/h)
<2.0	20	80	6
2.1–2.5	15	60	8
2.6–3.0	10	40	12
3.1–3.5	7	28	18
3.6–5.0	5	20	25

So as not to exceed 0.5 mEq/kg/h.

Data from Schaer M. Therapeutic approach to electrolyte emergencies. Vet Clin North Am Small Anim Pract 2008;38:516.