Side effect(s) of Disodium Hydrogen Citrate

Last Updated on Jun 16, 2023

Review the side-effects of Disodium Hydrogen Citrate as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

  Digestive tract: Diarrhea, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, bleeding from the stomach or intestines

  Blood: Low blood potassium levels, metabolic alkalosis (increased alkalinity of the blood)

  Others: Increased urination, tiredness

Other Precautions :

• The liquid forms of the drug contains sugar, it is advised to use with caution in diabetes patients

Drug Name : Disodium Hydrogen Citrate

Disodium Hydrogen Citrate generic Disodium hydrogen citrate is a urinary alkalanizer. It is used for the following conditions: • Renal tubular acidosis (a condition where the blood is acidic due to a kidney problem) • To prevent uric acid and cysteine stones in people predisposed to form the stones in the urinary tract • To treat uterine tract infection, though evidence for the same has not been established.