Renal K+ Gel Kidney Supplement for Cats & Dogs (5 oz)

Potassium Supplement for Renal Support

Product Description

Renal K+ Gel Kidney Supplement for Cats & Dogs is a palatable oral potassium supplement formulated to help maintain normal potassium levels in adult pets. Potassium is essential for proper muscle, nerve, and kidney function. Renal K+ Gel provides potassium gluconate in an easy-to-administer gel form, making daily supplementation convenient under veterinary supervision.

Benefits

• Potassium Support: Helps maintain normal potassium levels.
• Renal Health: Supports kidney function in deficient states.
• Muscle Function: Aids proper muscle activity and strength.
• Nerve Support: Promotes healthy nerve transmission.
• Palatable Gel: Easy-to-administer flavored oral formula.

Ingredients

Active Ingredients: Potassium Gluconate (468 mg per ½ teaspoon, providing 2 mEq potassium).

Inactive Ingredients: Purified water, biotin, calcium D-pantothenate, niacinamide, pyridoxine hydrochloride, riboflavin 5’-sodium phosphate, folic acid, cyanocobalamin, thiamine hydrochloride, maple flavor, sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate, sodium carboxymethylcellulose, sucralose, citric acid.

How to Use

Dosage & Administration Instructions

• Standard Dose: Give ½ teaspoon per 10 lb body weight.
• Frequency: Administer twice daily as directed.
• Oral Use: Place directly in the mouth or on the nose.
• With Meals: Give during or after feeding.
• Veterinary Guidance: Adjust dose per veterinarian instructions.

Additional Information

Precautions

• Adult Use Only: Not for puppies or kittens unless directed.
• Cardiac Conditions: Use cautiously in heart disease.
• Renal Failure: Avoid in acute renal failure cases.
• Monitor Levels: Regular potassium monitoring recommended.
• Overdose Risk: Excess potassium may cause serious complications.

Possible Side Effects

• Vomiting: Mild gastrointestinal upset may occur.
• Appetite Changes: Temporary decrease in appetite is possible.
• Weakness Signs: Muscle weakness with excessive dosing.
• Heart Rhythm Changes: Seek care for irregular heartbeat.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What is Renal K+ Gel used for in cats and dogs?

Ans: Renal K+ Gel is formulated to supplement potassium in cats and dogs experiencing potassium deficiency, commonly associated with chronic kidney conditions. Maintaining proper potassium levels supports normal muscle function, nerve transmission, and overall renal health.

Q2: How does potassium gluconate in Renal K+ Gel help pets?

Ans: Potassium gluconate provides a bioavailable source of potassium that helps maintain normal electrolyte balance. Adequate potassium levels are essential for healthy kidney performance, muscle contraction, and proper nerve signaling in adult cats and dogs.

Q3: How often should Renal K+ Gel be administered?

Ans: The standard recommendation is ½ teaspoon per 10 pounds of body weight twice daily. Dosage may be adjusted by a veterinarian based on blood potassium levels and the pet’s overall health condition.

Q4: Can Renal K+ Gel be mixed with food?

Ans: Renal K+ Gel may be administered directly or mixed with food. Giving the supplement during or after meals may help reduce the likelihood of gastrointestinal upset and improve acceptance in pets.

Q5: Is Renal K+ Gel safe for puppies and kittens?

Ans: Renal K+ Gel is intended for adult pets. Puppies and kittens should only receive potassium supplementation under veterinary guidance to ensure appropriate dosing and safe electrolyte management.

Q6: What side effects can occur with Renal K+ Gel?

Ans: Mild vomiting or appetite changes may occur. Excess potassium levels can lead to muscle weakness or abnormal heart rhythms, which require immediate veterinary evaluation and dosage adjustment.

Q7: Why is potassium important for kidney health?

Ans: Potassium plays a critical role in maintaining normal cellular function, muscle contraction, and nerve impulses. In pets with kidney disease, potassium levels may decline, making supplementation beneficial under veterinary supervision.

Q8: Do I need veterinary supervision when using Renal K+ Gel?

Ans: Veterinary supervision is strongly recommended when administering Renal K+ Gel to ensure proper dosing, monitor potassium levels through blood testing, and prevent complications associated with excessive supplementation.