Pregnancy Interaction

 

• Disodium Hydrogen Citrate, which makes urine more alkaline, is in Alkacitral Syrup.

 

• There isn't a lot of information about how it works in pregnant women.

 

• Only a healthcare professional should tell you to use it.

 

• There have been no reports of serious teratogenic consequences, although taking too much of it can throw off the balance of electrolytes.
• Talk to your doctor before taking this prescription if you are pregnant or trying to get pregnant.

 

 

 FAQ for medicines

 

Q1. What is Alkacitral Syrup used for?

It makes urine less acidic, which helps with burning during urination, urinary tract infections (UTIs), kidney stones, and uric acid buildup.

 

Q2. Is it okay to use Alkacitral Syrup every day?

Yes, but only if your doctor tells you to. Too much can throw off the body's pH balance.

 

Q3: How long does it take to work?

Depending on how bad the condition is, you might start to feel better after using it regularly for 1 to 3 days.

 

Q4. Is it safe for kids to use Alkacitral?

It can be given to kids under the care of a doctor, with the dose changing based on their age and weight.

 

Q5. Is it safe to take Alkacitral alongside antibiotics?

Yes, you can take it with antibiotics for a UTI, but talk to your doctor about when to take it because it can change the pH of your urine and how well the drugs work.

 

 

Expert advice

 

• Drink a lot of water (at least 2–3 liters a day) to get rid of pollutants and keep kidney stones from forming.

 

• You shouldn't take Alkacitral for long periods of time without talking to a doctor first.

 

• Don't give it to anyone with severe kidney or heart disease or who doesn't urinate much.

 

• Tell your doctor if you are on a low-sodium diet or have high blood pressure.

 

• Before each usage, shake the bottle well.

 

 

 Side effects

 

• Stomach pain or upset

 

• Feeling sick or throwing up

 

• Diarrhea

 

• Gas (flatulence)

 

• A little weak

 

• Effects that are serious yet not very common:

 

• Metabolic alkalosis (because of too much medicine)

 

• Muscle cramping or disorientation (because of an imbalance in electrolytes)

 

• If you keep throwing up, have an abnormal pulse, or your hands or feet swell, see a doctor at once.

 

 

How It Works

 

• Disodium Hydrogen Citrate is in Alkacitral Syrup, and it works as a systemic alkalizer.
• It breaks down in the body to make sodium bicarbonate, which makes urine less acidic and more alkaline.
• This helps with:

 

• Stop the burning when you pee

 

• Stop uric acid and stones from crystallizing

 

• Keep the pH of your urine normal and help your kidneys stay healthy.

 

 Drug Interaction

 

• Alkacitral may have an effect on:

 

• Tetracycline antibiotics—less effective because of alkaline urine.

 

• Salicylates (like aspirin) change how the body gets rid of them.

 

• Antacids or other alkalizing compounds may raise the risk of alkalosis.

 

• Diuretics can throw off the equilibrium of sodium and potassium.

 

• Before you start using Alkacitral Syrup, always tell your doctor about any medications you are already on.

 

 

How to Use

 

• Use the cup that comes with the syrup to measure it.

 

• The usual dose for adults is 10 to 15 ml (2 to 3 teaspoons), mixed with half a glass of water, two to three times a day or as directed.

 

• Take it after meals to keep your stomach from getting upset.

 

• Before using, shake well.

 

• If you forget to take a dose, do it as soon as you recall. If it's almost time for the next dose, skip it.

 

• Keep it at room temperature and out of direct sunlight.

 

 

Uses/Indications

 

• Alkacitral 1.25 gm/5 ml Syrup is good for:

 

• Urinary tract infections (UTI)—eases the pain of urinating

 

• Kidney stones (renal calculi)—stops stones from forming

 

• Gout and high amounts of uric acid

 

• Metabolic acidosis linked to renal dysfunction

 

• Acidic urine circumstances that make it painful to urinate