A special diet. Diets that are formulated for kidney failure are low in protein. Although somewhat controversial, low protein diets seem to permit the kidneys to work less, therefore last longer. These diets are also lower in phosphates and are non-acidifying. We can recommend a commercially prepared food that is formulated for kidney disease.
Potassium is lost in the urine when urine production becomes excessive.
A potassium supplement will replace that loss. Low potassium levels have been shown to further reduce kidney function. This is the second reason that a potassium supplement is recommended. Fluids given at home. This is done once daily to once weekly, depending on the degree of kidney failure.