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Alkaston Oral Solution
Manufactured byIPCA LABORATORIES PVT LTD
ContainsPotassium Citrate (1100 mg/5 ml) + Magnesium Citrate (375 mg/5 ml)
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Description
Alkaston Oral Solution is a combination of Potassium Citrate and Magnesium Citrate. It is used in the treatment of kidney stones. It works by making your urine less acidic. Thus it raises the pH of your urine, preventing the formation, growth, and accumulation of crystals in your kidneys, thereby preventing kidney stones.
Alkaston Oral Solution may cause side effects such as upset stomach, diarrhoea, nausea, etc. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or become severe.
Alkaston Oral Solution should be taken exactly as advised by your doctor. Take it at the same time every day to maintain a constant level of this medicine in your body. Avoid taking more or less than the recommended dose.
Alkaston Oral Solution should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have heart or kidney problems before taking this medicine. Inform your doctor about all your current medicines to avoid any undesired effects. If you are pregnant or are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking Alkaston Oral Solution.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Alkaston Oral Solution
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Alkaston Oral Solution
Nausea and Vomiting
Increased heartbeat
Stomach discomfort
Diarrhoea
Uses of Alkaston Oral Solution
What is it prescribed for?
Kidney stones
Kidney stones are hard deposits of minerals and salts that form in your kidneys. The symptoms may include severe pain in your abdomen, back pain, nausea, vomiting, pain during urination, blood in urine, frequent urination, etc. Alkaston Oral Solution is used in the prevention and treatment of kidney stones.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for Alkaston Oral Solution to show its action is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which Alkaston Oral Solution remains active in your body is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Alkaston Oral Solution .Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Alkaston Oral Solution is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless necessary. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Alkaston Oral Solution is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
Allergy
Avoid taking Alkaston Oral Solution if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Hyperkalaemia
Hyperkalaemia is a condition of high blood potassium levels. Alkaston Oral Solution is not recommended for use if you have hyperkalaemia as it may further increase your blood potassium levels and cause heart rhythm problems.
Urinary Tract Infection
Urinary tract infection is an infection in any part of the urinary system, the kidneys, bladder (an organ that stores urine), or urethra (a tube that carries urine from your bladder to the exterior of the body for the removal of urine). Alkaston Oral Solution is not recommended if you have this condition as it may worsen your condition.
Severe kidney impairment
Alkaston Oral Solution is not recommended for use if you have severe kidney problems characterised by azotemia (high blood levels of urea and creatinine), oliguria (reduced urine output), anuria (when the kidneys stop producing urine). This medicine is eliminated by the kidneys and when used during such conditions, it may increase your risk of hyperkalaemia (high blood potassium levels) and heart rhythm problems due to the accumulation of this medicine in your body.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Alkaston Oral Solution is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless necessary. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
Breast-feeding
Alkaston Oral Solution is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings
Other medicines
Alkaston Oral Solution may interact with other medicines and cause undesired effects. Inform your doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs or supplements before taking this medicine.
Dilute before use
Alkaston Oral Solution should be diluted adequately with water to reduce the risk of stomach irritation.
Use in children
Alkaston Oral Solution is not recommended for use in children less than 18 years of age as the safety and efficacy data are not clinically established.
Missed Dose
Try not to skip a dose of Alkaston Oral Solution. Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed one. Do not double the dose to compensate for the missed dose.
Overdose
Do not take more doses than what is prescribed by your doctor. Contact your doctor if you suspect an overdose with Alkaston Oral Solution.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Aliskiren
ACE inhibitors
Tetracycline
Disease interactions
Dehydration
Dehydration is loss of fluids from your body due to severe vomiting, diarrhoea, heat stress, etc. Alkaston Oral Solution should be used with caution in severe dehydration due to the increased risk of kidney damage. Your electrolyte levels will be closely monitored by your doctor during treatment with this medicine.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take Alkaston Oral Solution exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Shake the bottle well before use.
Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller quantities or for a longer duration than recommended.
Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects that persist or worsen. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Alkaston Oral Solution contains Potassium Citrate and Magnesium Citrate. It works by making your urine less acidic. Thus it raises the pH of your urine, preventing the formation, growth, and accumulation of crystals in your kidneys, thereby preventing kidney stones.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Urinary alkalinizing agent, Urinary ph modifiers
Schedule
Schedule H
Umcvc.org. 2021. citric acid, potassium citrate, and sodium citrate | Frankel Cardiovascular Center | Michigan Medicine. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 29 September 2021].
Dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Potassium Citrate and Citric Acid Oral Solution USP. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 29 September 2021].
Medicines.org.uk. 2021. Potassium Citrate Mixture - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc). [online] Available at: < [Accessed 29 September 2021].
Drugs, H., 2021. Magnesium Citrate: MedlinePlus Drug Information. [online] Medlineplus.gov. Available at: < [Accessed 3 December 2021].
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Information on this page was last updated on 29 Dec 2021
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