2,000–3,000 mg/day
SEVERE OR UNCONTROLLED CASES:
Under 2,000 mg/day may be required temporarily while under medical supervision.
Even normal potassium intakes can be dangerous if blood levels are already elevated.
Dietary potassium must be individualized.
FOR PEOPLE WITH KIDNEY DISEASE (CKD)
MODERATE CKD (STAGE 3):
2,000–3,000 mg/day is commonly recommended.
ADVANCED CKD (STAGES 4–5, DIALYSIS OR PRE-DIALYSIS):
1,500–2,000 mg/day
In some cases, less than 1,500 mg/day is necessary while under medical supervision.