Urocit K Extended Release
GENERIC NAME: Potassium Citrate
EQUIVALENT US BRAND NAME: Urocit K Extended Release
EQUIVALENT US BRAND NAME: Urocit K Extended Release
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Description
Additional information
Description
Additional information
Product Introduction:
Potassium citrate is a crystalline powder or granular salt form of potassium salt and citric acid. It’s commonly used as a potassium supplement and also as a food additive for its sour taste. The compound is highly soluble in water and has a variety of applications in medicine, food, and other industries.
Uses:
- Treatment of Kidney Stones: Potassium citrate is often prescribed to prevent the formation of kidney stones. It helps in alkalinizing urine, which reduces the risk of certain types of kidney stones.
- Potassium Supplement: It is also used as a potassium supplement for those with low potassium levels (hypokalemia).
- Food Additive: Potassium citrate is used as a food additive, primarily as a buffering agent and acidity regulator, to control the pH of food products.
Benefits:
- Prevention of Kidney Stones: By increasing urinary pH, potassium citrate helps in preventing the formation of certain types of kidney stones, such as calcium oxalate stones.
- Management of Hypokalemia: Potassium citrate can help replenish potassium levels in individuals with low potassium levels, thereby supporting proper nerve and muscle function.
- Food Preservation: As a food additive, it contributes to food preservation by controlling acidity and preventing microbial growth.
Side Effects:
- Gastrointestinal Distress: Some individuals may experience gastrointestinal discomfort, such as nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea, especially when taken in high doses.
- Hyperkalemia: In rare cases, excessive intake of potassium citrate can lead to high levels of potassium in the blood (hyperkalemia), which can be dangerous and may cause heart rhythm abnormalities.
Safety Advice:
- Dosage: Always take potassium citrate as prescribed by a healthcare professional. Do not exceed the recommended dosage.
- Monitoring: Regular monitoring of potassium levels in the blood is important, especially for individuals with kidney problems or those taking medications that affect potassium levels.
- Hydration: Ensure adequate hydration while taking potassium citrate to help prevent kidney stone formation and minimize the risk of gastrointestinal side effects.
- Avoid in Certain Conditions: Individuals with kidney problems, heart disease, or those taking medications that affect potassium levels should use potassium citrate with caution and under medical supervision.
Interaction with Drugs:
- Potassium-Sparing Diuretics: Concurrent use of potassium citrate with potassium-sparing diuretics (e.g., spironolactone) or medications that increase potassium levels may increase the risk of hyperkalemia.
- ACE Inhibitors and ARBs: Potassium citrate may potentiate the effects of ACE inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs), leading to increased potassium levels.
- NSAIDs: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) may decrease the efficacy of potassium citrate in preventing kidney stone formation.
More Information:
For more information, you can visit the MedlinePlus page on Potassium Citrate.
Note :
- Do not put the quantity above 30 days. (eg. if prescription is 2 pills per day then you can purchase one month of supply of 60 pills)
- We will deliver medicine of Indian brand within 30 days of supply.
- Prescription and ID are required to purchase each Month of supply.
- If a doctor writes 30 days of medicines with 3 times refills then you can use the same prescription for 3 consecutive months for purchasing medicine using reorder option and uploading the same prescription and your ID 3 times.