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A member asked:

When treating genetically-induced hypokalemia (3 members of my immediate family have it), how much oral potassium should be taken on a daily basis?

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Dr. Liesa Harte answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

What did your doctor: What did your doctor tell you? Surely they advised you on how much potassium to take daily.

Dr Munshower and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 7/22/2014

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Hypokalemia: This is a very difficult question as there are several causes of inherited hypokalemia. Need many more details to be able to help. I specialize in this and happy to help.

Dr Friedlander agreed

Answered 7/13/2017

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