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Algorithm for Metformin Prescribing and Dosing in CKD
Dose Initiation - Immediate release:
 • Initial 500 mg
Algorithm for Metformin ... in CKD Dose Initiation ... #CKD #pharmacology ... #algorithm #diabetes ... #titration
Metformin in Diabetic Kidney Disease
Immediate release:
 • Initial 500 mg or 850 mg once daily
 •
Metformin in Diabetic ... #Metformin #CKD ... #pharmacology # ... #kdigo #initiation ... #titration
Hyperkalemia - Differential Diagnosis Framework

PseudoHyperkalemia:
 • Lab error
 • Traumatic venipuncture
 • Hemolysis, thrombocytosis, leukocytosis
 •
Clenching of fist during ... Hyperkalemia: • CKD ... • Recent IV potassium ... • Beta blockers ... (Uncontrolled diabetes
Angiotensin Receptor Blockers 
Recommended Dose Conversions 

Valsartan 
Irbesartan 
Losartan 
Olmesartan 
Telmisartan 
Candesartan 
Azilsartan 
Eprosartan 

A few
Angiotensin Receptor Blockers ... , CV benefits, renal ... parameters when initiating ... for increased potassium ... #Pharmacology #
Hyperkalemia - Differential Diagnosis Framework

PseudoHyperkalemia:
 • Lab error
 • Traumatic venipuncture
 • Hemolysis, thrombocytosis, leukocytosis
 •
Clenching of fist during ... Hyperkalemia: • CKD ... • Recent IV potassium ... • Beta blockers ... (Uncontrolled diabetes