Cital Liquid Benefits & Uses
Cital Liquid is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Gout (Read More - Home remedies for gout pain)
Cital Liquid Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Cital Liquid Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cital Liquid is used -
Moderate
- Hypersensitivity
- Gastrointestinal discomfort
Mild
- Weakness
Common
- Nausea or vomiting
- Stomach ache (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
Cital Liquid Related Warnings
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Is the use of Cital Liquid safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Cital will have during pregnancy, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Unknown -
Is the use of Cital Liquid safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Cital on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Cital will cause side effects or not.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Cital Liquid on the Kidneys?
Cital has very mild side effects on the [Organ].
Mild -
What is the effect of Cital Liquid on the Liver?
Side effects of Cital on [Organ] are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Cital Liquid on the Heart?
Side effects of Cital rarely affect the [Organ].
Mild
Severe Interaction of Cital Liquid with Other Drugs
Cital Liquid should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Cital Liquid Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cital Liquid unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Drug Allergy
- Edema
Frequently asked Questions about Cital Liquid
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Is this Cital Liquid habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Cital Liquid is addictive.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Cital Liquid since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, but you should take Cital Liquid only as per your doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cital Liquid is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
No
Cital Liquid Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Cital Liquid
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Cital Liquid with food.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Cital Liquid
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cital Liquid with alcohol.
Unknown
Frequently asked Questions about Cital Liquid
Question over 5 years ago
Can Cital cause difficulty in breathing?
Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology
Yes, Cital causes difficulty in breathing (dyspnoea) in some cases but this occurs very rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. This is caused by the increased concentrations of sodium bicarbonate ions in blood and increased pH levels this leads to decrease in breathing rate (respiratory rate). If you are experiencing excessive difficulty in breathing then discuss it with your doctor without any further delay.
Question over 5 years ago
Is Cital an antibiotic?
Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology
No, Cital is not an antibiotic. It contains sodium hydrogen citrate which belongs to the class of drugs known as alkalinizing agents. It is used for the treatment of gout (a type of arthritis that occurs due to the formation and deposition of uric acid crystals in the joints). Sometimes it is used along with antibiotics to treat urinary tract infections.
Question about 6 years ago
What is Cital?
Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine
Cital is a brand name of disodium Hydrogen Citrate and it comes in liquid dosage form (syrup). It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs known as alkalinizing agents. It is used for the treatment of gout (a type of arthritis that occurs due to the formation and deposition of uric acid crystals in the joints). It is also used for the prevention of nephrolithiasis (kidney stones) and treatment of acidosis (decrease in blood pH levels). Sometimes it is used along with antibiotics to treat urinary tract infections.
Question over 5 years ago
Does Cital cure Urinary tract infections?
Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician
No, Cital does not cure UTI (urinary tract infections) as it is not an antibiotic. It belongs to the class of drugs known as alkalinizing agents but it may decrease counts of bacteria as well as improve symptoms in case of infection. It is mainly used for the treatment of gout (a type of arthritis that occurs due to the formation and deposition of uric acid crystals in the joints). It is also used for the prevention of nephrolithiasis (kidney stones).
Question almost 6 years ago
Is Cital safe to use?
Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS, MS , Urology, General Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Yes, Cital is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as flatulence, diarrhoea, and tiredness. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
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