Alkamed: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Alkamed Information

Alkamed is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup. Kidney Stones are some of its major therapeutic uses. Alkamed also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Alkamed depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Alkamed are Nausea or vomiting, Stomach ache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Alkamed can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Alkamed are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Alkamed has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Alkamed related warnings talks about Alkamed's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

The section on Alkamed contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Alkamed may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Alkamed, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Alkamed Benefits & Uses
Alkamed Dosage & How to Take
Alkamed Side Effects
Alkamed Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Alkamed with Other Drugs
Alkamed Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Alkamed
Alkamed Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Alkamed Benefits & Uses

Alkamed is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Kidney Stones (Read More - Home Remedies for Kidney Stones: From Lemon Juice to Basil Leaves)

Other Benefits

Gout (Read More - Home remedies for gout pain)

Alkamed 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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Gout Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 15 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Gout Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 15 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Gout Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 15 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Gout Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Gout Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose for 7 - 12 years old children only, For course duration follow doctor's advice

Alkamed Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Alkamed is used -

Moderate

Hypersensitivity
Gastrointestinal discomfort

Mild

Weakness

Common

Nausea or vomiting
Stomach ache (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)

Alkamed Related Warnings

Is the use of Alkamed safe for pregnant women?

It is not known what effect Alkamed will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.

Unknown
Is the use of Alkamed safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Alkamed in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Alkamed is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Alkamed on the Kidneys?

Alkamed has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Alkamed on the Liver?

Side effects of Alkamed on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Unknown
What is the effect of Alkamed on the Heart?

Side effects of Alkamed rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Alkamed with Other Drugs

Alkamed should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Quinidine

Amphetamine

Amphetamine Tablet

Ephedrine

Tetracycline

Alkamed Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Alkamed unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Edema

Frequently asked Questions about Alkamed

Is this Alkamed habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Alkamed is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Alkamed does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Alkamed is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Alkamed for mental disorders.

No

Alkamed Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Alkamed

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Alkamed together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Alkamed

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Alkamed with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Alkamed

Question over 5 years ago

Does Alkamed cure Urinary tract infections?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

No, Alkamed 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 about 6 years ago

How does Alkamed work?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Alkamed contains disodium Hydrogen Citrate (an alkalinizing agent) which is metabolized into bicarbonate. Bicarbonate causes an increase in pH of urine (alkalinizes urine) by promoting the excretion of free bicarbonate ions, this leads to increase in solubility of cysteine which is present in the urine and this results in ionization of uric acid into more soluble urate ion. In this way Alkamed works and helps the body to get rid of excessive uric acid.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Alkamed?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Alkamed 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 almost 6 years ago

Can Alkamed cause gas (flatulence)?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Alkamed causes gas (flatulence) but it occurs only in a few cases. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you experience gas (flatulence) after taking this medicine then try to avoid that food which is more likely to cause gas and eat less quantity of food at a time.