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

Alkanil Benefits

Alkanil 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)

Alkanil 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

Alkanil Side Effects

No side effects of Alkanil have been reported in the medical literature. However, you should always consult your doctor before using Alkanil.

Alkanil Related Warnings

Is the use of Alkanil safe for pregnant women?

No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Alkanil in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.

Unknown
Is the use of Alkanil safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Alkanil on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Alkanil will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Alkanil on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Alkanil on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Alkanil on the Liver?

Information about safety of Alkanil for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Alkanil on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Alkanil on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Alkanil with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Quinidine

Amphetamine

Amphetamine Tablet

Ephedrine

Tetracycline

Alkanil Contraindications

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

Drug Allergy
Edema

How to use Alkanil?

General precautions for Alkanil

Frequently asked Questions about Alkanil

Question about 5 years ago

Is Alkanil an antacid?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

No, Alkanil is not an antacid. 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). It is also used for the prevention of nephrolithiasis (kidney stones) and treatment of acidosis (decrease in blood pH levels).

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Alkanil with ibuprofen?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS , Pulmonology

Yes, Alkanil can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Alkanil an antibiotic?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

No, Alkanil 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 almost 6 years ago

What is Alkanil?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Alkanil 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 Alkanil cause tiredness?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, Alkanil causes tiredness but this occurs only in few cases. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind it is not known. If you experience tiredness after taking this drug, then try to take some rest even after that if you feel excessive tiredness then do discuss it with your doctor.