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Citralka Liquid 200ml is a prescription medicine that is available as a Liquid. It is primarily used for the treatment of Kidney Stones. Other than this, Citralka Liquid 200ml has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Citralka Liquid 200ml depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Citralka Liquid 200ml also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Stomach ache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Citralka Liquid 200ml can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Citralka Liquid 200ml normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Citralka Liquid 200ml's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Citralka Liquid 200ml's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Citralka Liquid 200ml have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Citralka Liquid 200ml have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Citralka Liquid 200ml is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Citralka Liquid 200ml is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Citralka Liquid 200ml is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Citralka Liquid 200ml safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Citralka will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Citralka Liquid 200ml safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Citralka in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Citralka Liquid 200ml on the Kidneys?
Citralka has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Citralka Liquid 200ml on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Citralka on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Citralka Liquid 200ml on the Heart?
Citralka may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Citralka Liquid 200ml unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Citralka Liquid 200ml habit forming or addictive?
Citralka Liquid 200ml is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Citralka Liquid 200ml as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Citralka Liquid 200ml should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Citralka Liquid 200ml in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Citralka Liquid 200ml
There is no information on the effects of taking Citralka Liquid 200ml with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Citralka Liquid 200ml
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Citralka Liquid 200ml with alcohol will be.
Yes, Citralka 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.
Yes, Citralka has been reported to causes diarrhoea but this occurs in a few cases only. It is the most common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
No, Citralka 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).
Citralka 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.
Yes, Citralka 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.
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