Both the potassium chloride such as potassium gluconate are supplements that are used to increase potassium levels in the blood of our animals. Generally, dogs and cats can suffer from potassium deficiency, either due to chronic kidney disease or kidney failure. Very often these conditions are directly associated with the old age of the animal.
ButHow these types of supplements work? When our pet reaches adulthood, it can have affected kidneys so they cannot adequately absorb nutrients from the stomach and intestines. From there, the little potassium that dogs may have in their blood is eliminated through the urine, leaving them with insufficient potassium. By giving potassium to our little animal, little by little we will notice how its health in general is improving.
And what happens if I forget to give him a daily pill as it matches? Don't worry if you forget to give him a pill one day, the moment you remember, try to give him the dose. If the time for the next dose is approaching, do not give him the dose you forgot, that is, do not give him two pills, but try to continue regularly as the treatment said. It is very important that you remember that an animal should not be given two doses at the same time.
It is very important that before starting to give your animal any type of nutritional supplement, you consult with your veterinarian, so that he is the one who has, what type of supplement is suitable for your little friend. For nothing in the world give your animal a medicine that has not been approved by the doctor, since this type of potassium supplements can cause side effects such as muscle weakness, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, and an upset stomach.