Citralka liquid is a disodium hydrogen citrate syrup. Doctors prescribe it to reduce high acid levels in the body and urine. It helps protect the kidneys by preventing kidney stones, and it eases symptoms of gout. It belongs to a drug group called urinary alkalinizers. In this article, you will learn how it works, its uses, side effects, and warnings.
Ingredients
Citralka contains disodium hydrogen citrate as its active ingredient.
Dosage
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribes, usually after meals.
How Does Citralka Liquid Work?
Citrate turns into bicarbonate in your body. This makes your urine less acidic, so uric acid and some other stones dissolve more easily and form less often.
Uses of Citralka Liquid
- Preventing and treating kidney stones, especially uric acid and cystine stones
- Easing the burning feeling when you pass urine
- Reducing the effect of acid in the urine in gout
- Correcting too much acid in the body (acidosis), when a doctor prescribes it
Side Effects of Citralka Liquid
- Nausea and stomach upset
- Diarrhea
- Bloating and gas
- Too much sodium or potassium in the blood, if you take too much
Precautions
- Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, heart failure, high blood pressure, or swelling, because it contains sodium.
- Do not take it with other medicines that contain aluminum, such as some antacids.
- Drink plenty of water through the day.
- Ask your doctor before using it during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- Do not take more than your doctor recommends.
Overdose and Missed Dose
If you take more than the prescribed dose, call your doctor or go to the nearest hospital, because an overdose can cause serious problems.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one. Never take a double dose to make up for it.
Storage Instructions
- Keep it away from children.
- Keep it away from direct sunlight.
- Store it in a cool, dry place.
Disclaimer: This article is for information only. It is not medical advice. Please talk to your doctor about your own health.
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