Hemolytic anemia may be due to mechanical causes (leaky heart valves or aneurysms), infections, autoimmune disorders, or congenital abnormalities in the red blood cell. Inherited abnormalities may affect the hemoglobin or the red blood cell structure or function.
What is a normal amount of potassium intake per day for the average healthy individual? A normal amount of potassium in a typical diet of a healthy American is about 3500 to 4500 milligrams per day. A potassium restricted diet is typically about 2000 milligrams per day. Your physician or dietitian will advise you as to the specific level of restriction you need based on your individual health.
To prevent potassium loss or replace potassium lost by the body: Adults and teenagersâ5 to 10 mEq taken two to four times a day. However, most people will not take more than 100 mEq a day. To prevent potassium loss: Adults and teenagersâ16 to 24 mEq a day, divided into two or three smaller doses during the day. Your doctor may change the dose if needed.  ChildrenâDose is based on body weight and must be determined by your doctor. The usual dose is 1 to 3 mEq of potassium per kilogram (kg) (0.45 to 1.36 mEq per pound) of body weight taken in smaller doses during the day. The solution should be well mixed in water or juice. For oral dosage form (powder for solution): To prevent potassium loss or replace potassium lost by the body: Adults and teenagersâ20 milliequivalents (mEq) mixed into one-half glass of cold water or juice, taken two to four times a day. Your doctor may change the dose if needed.