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Citalka Information

Citalka is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Kidney Stones. The alternative uses of Citalka have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Citalka. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Citalka also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Stomach ache. Some other side effects of Citalka have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Citalka are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Citalka's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Citalka has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Citalka related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Citalka are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Citalka may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Citalka is safe while driving, and is addiction.

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

Citalka Benefits & Uses

Citalka is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Kidney Stones

Other Benefits

Gout (Read More - Home remedies for gout pain)

Citalka 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

Citalka Related Warnings

Is the use of Citalka safe for pregnant women?

No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Citalka 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 Citalka safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Citalka for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Citalka on the Kidneys?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Citalka on the Liver?

So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Citalka on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Citalka will affect the liver or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Citalka on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Citalka with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Quinidine

Amphetamine

Amphetamine Tablet

Ephedrine

Tetracycline

Citalka Contraindications

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

Drug Allergy
Edema

Frequently asked Questions about Citalka

Is this Citalka habit forming or addictive?

Citalka does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Citalka since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Citalka 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?

No, Citalka cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Citalka Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Citalka

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Citalka

Information about the interaction of Citalka and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Citalka

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Citalka?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Citalka 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

Can I take Citalka without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Chirag Bhingradiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Citalka is a prescription drug, hence do not take it without consulting doctor to avoid unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question over 5 years ago

Does [Medicne] cause low potassium?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Long-term use of Citalka along with inadequate intake of electrolytes may cause low potassium in your body by increasing the excretion of potassium in the urine. This can result in symptoms such as muscle cramps, weakness, and tiredness.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Citalka an antibiotic?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

No, Citalka 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 over 5 years ago

Does Citalka cause tiredness?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, Citalka 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.