This preparation is indicated in the following cases:

• To relieve discomfort in urinary tract infections
• To prevent kidney stone
• With a uricosuric agent to prevent gout
• Acidosis caused by kidney diseases

Pharmacology

A stable and pleasant-tasting oral systemic alkalizer is potassium citrate and citric acid oral solution. As a systemic alkalizer, potassium citrate is absorbed and metabolized to potassium bicarbonate. In recommended doses, this product alkalinizes the urine without causing systemic alkalosis. Even when given for a long time, it is highly palatable, pleasant tasting, and tolerable.

Dosage & Administration

To relieve discomfort in UTI:

• Adults and children over 6 years: 10 ml 3 times daily, diluted with 1 glass of water.
• Children 1-6 years: 5 ml 3 times daily, diluted with ½ glass of water.

To prevent kidney stones, With a uricosuric agent to prevent gout, Acidosis caused by kidney diseases:

• Adults: 10-15 ml 4 times daily (or as directed by the physician) diluted with 1 glass of water.
• Pediatric: 5-10 ml 4 times daily (or as directed by the physician) diluted with ½ glass of water.

Interaction

Toxicity can occur when potassium-containing medications, potassium-sparing diuretics, angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, or cardiac glycosides are all taken at the same time.

Contraindications

In severe renal impairment with oliguria or azotemia, untreated Addison’s disease, acute dehydration, severe myocardial damage, and hyperkalemia from any cause, the drug is contraindicated.

Side Effects

When given in recommended doses to patients with normal renal function and urinary output, this solution is generally well tolerated with no unpleasant side effects. To avoid hyperkalemia or alkalosis, as with any alkalinizing agent, caution should be used in certain patients with abnormal renal mechanisms. Intoxication with potassium causes drowsiness and weakness.

Pregnancy & Lactation

There is no information on the use of this drug during pregnancy or lactation.

Precautions & Warnings

In patients with low urinary output, the solution should be used with caution. To reduce the risk of gastrointestinal injury associated with the oral ingestion of concentrated potassium salt preparations, it should be diluted thoroughly with water and taken after meals. In the presence of renal disease, large doses can cause hyperkalemia and alkalosis.

Therapeutic Class

Urinary Alkalinizing Agent (UAA) is a drug that prevents kidney stones from forming again.

Storage Conditions

Keep the temperature below 30°C and away from light and moisture. Keep out of children’s reach.

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