Alkastar Syrup: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Name: ALKASTAR SYRUP 100ML
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Alkastar Syrup Benefits

Alkastar Syrup 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)

Alkastar Syrup 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

Alkastar Syrup Side Effects

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

Moderate

Hypersensitivity
Gastrointestinal discomfort

Mild

Weakness

Common

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

Alkastar Syrup Related Warnings

Is the use of Alkastar Syrup safe for pregnant women?

Unknown
Is the use of Alkastar Syrup safe during breastfeeding?

Unknown
What is the effect of Alkastar Syrup on the Kidneys?

Mild
What is the effect of Alkastar Syrup on the Liver?

Unknown
What is the effect of Alkastar Syrup on the Heart?

Mild

Severe Interaction of Alkastar Syrup with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Quinidine

Amphetamine

Amphetamine Tablet

Ephedrine

Tetracycline

Alkastar Syrup Contraindications

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

Drug Allergy
Edema

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General precautions for Alkastar Syrup

Frequently asked Questions about Alkastar Syrup

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Alkastar Syrup safe to use?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS, MS , Urology, General Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Yes, Alkastar Syrup 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Alkastar Syrup cause difficulty in breathing?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Alkastar Syrup 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 almost 6 years ago

Can Alkastar Syrup cause gas (flatulence)?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Alkastar Syrup 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Alkastar Syrup cause tiredness?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, Alkastar Syrup 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Alkastar Syrup with ibuprofen?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS, MS , Urology, General Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Yes, Alkastar Syrup 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.