Potassium Phosphate Dosage
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Applies to the following strengths: 3 mmol/mL (with potassium 4.4 mEq/mL); 250 mg-556 mg; 20 mmol/250 mL-NaCl 0.9%; 30 mmol/250 mL-NaCl 0.9%; 40 mmol/250 mL-NaCl 0.9%; 3 mmol/mL (with potassium 4.7 mEq/mL); 5 mmol/250 mL-NaCl 0.9%; 15 mmol/250 mL-NaCl 0.9%; 20 mmol/250 mL-D5%
Usual Adult Dose for:
Usual Pediatric Dose for:
Additional dosage information:
Usual Adult Dose for Hypophosphatemia
Hypophosphatemia: Dose and rate of administration are dependent on individual patient needs
Total parenteral nutrition: 12 to 15 millimolar phosphorous is recommended for each 500 mL 50% dextrose injection
- Keep in mind the amount of potassium being infused; monitor serum potassium and/or electrocardiographic changes as needed
Comments:
- Must be diluted before administration.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Hypophosphatemia
Hypophosphatemia: Dose and rate of administration are dependent on individual patient needs
Infants receiving total parenteral nutrition: 1.5 to 2 millimolar phosphorous/kg/day
- Keep in mind the amount of potassium being infused; monitor serum potassium and/or electrocardiographic changes as needed
Comments:
- Must be diluted before administration.
Renal Dose Adjustments
Use with caution in severe renal failure.
- Potassium retention may occur in patients with diminished renal function.
Liver Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Precautions
CONTRAINDICATIONS:
- Diseases where high potassium, high phosphorous, or low calcium levels may be encountered.
Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.
Dialysis
Data not available
Other Comments
Administration advice:
- Must be diluted before administration
Storage requirements: Store at room temperature
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