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Potassium Citrate
Latest prescription information about Potassium Citrate. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Potassium Citrate
Pronunciation : poh-TASS-ee-UMSXE-trate
Trade Name(s):
India- Alkamax, Potrate Soln, Rotate, Urotrate, Kezar, Manzer, Portrate, Pota, K-Cit Tab. International- Cytra-K. This medication is an urinary alkalinizing agent, prescribed for kidney stones. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
When it is to be taken : PO- The recommended dose is 15ml 3 times a day after meals with a glass full of water. How it should be taken : It comes as liquid to take by mouth, with food. Special Instruction : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of urinary tract infection, burns, diarrhea, ulcer, sugar, difficulty in swallowing, heart, kidney problem, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * Monitor blood potassium levels, other blood electrolyte levels, and electrocardiogram (ECG) regularly while taking this medication. Side Effects : Diarrhea, loose stools, nausea, upset stomach and vomiting. * Drink adequate fluid while taking this medication. Storage Conditions : Store it at room temperature and in an airtight container. |
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