Potassium Chloride Oral Solution Dilution Instructions for Pediatrics

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Mirella Cardarelli
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Potassium Chloride Oral Solution Dilution Instructions for Pediatrics

Hi all,

Can you share guidance for dilution instructions of oral potassium chloride solution in pediatric patients? Manufacturers of 20 meq/ 15ml formulation recommend diluting in at least 120 ounces of water, which is too much fluid for most of our pediatric patients. What is your current dilution instructions for neonates and pediatric patients?

Thank you in advance,

Mirella Cardarelli

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