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

Alkatrol Benefits

Alkatrol 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)

Alkatrol 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

Alkatrol Side Effects

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

Alkatrol Related Warnings

Is the use of Alkatrol safe for pregnant women?

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

Unknown
Is the use of Alkatrol safe during breastfeeding?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Alkatrol on the Kidneys?

Alkatrol has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Alkatrol on the Liver?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Alkatrol on the Heart?

Alkatrol is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Alkatrol with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Quinidine

Amphetamine

Amphetamine Tablet

Ephedrine

Tetracycline

Alkatrol Contraindications

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

Drug Allergy
Edema

How to use Alkatrol?

General precautions for Alkatrol

Frequently asked Questions about Alkatrol

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Alkatrol?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Take Alkatrol as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Alkatrol cause difficulty in breathing?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Alkatrol 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

Can Alkatrol cause gas (flatulence)?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Alkatrol 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 about 5 years ago

Can I take Alkatrol with ibuprofen?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS , Pulmonology

Yes, Alkatrol 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 about 5 years ago

Can I take Alkatrol with paracetamol?

Dr. K. M. Bhatt MBBS, PG Dip , Cardiology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Physician, Emergency Medicine, Physical Medicine

Yes, Alkatrol can be taken with paracetamol. 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.