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

Zintalika Benefits & Uses

Zintalika is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Kidney Stones

Other Benefits

Gout (Read More - Home remedies for gout pain)

Zintalika 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

Zintalika Related Warnings

Is the use of Zintalika safe for pregnant women?

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

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Zintalika on the Kidneys?

Zintalika rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Zintalika on the Liver?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Zintalika on the liver, information on safety of Zintalika for liver is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Zintalika on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Zintalika with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Quinidine

Amphetamine

Amphetamine Tablet

Ephedrine

Tetracycline

Zintalika Contraindications

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

Drug Allergy
Edema

Frequently asked Questions about Zintalika

Is this Zintalika habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Zintalika has not been reported.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Zintalika is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Zintalika for mental disorders.

No

Zintalika Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zintalika

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Zintalika, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Zintalika

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Zintalika

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Zintalika?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Take Zintalika 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 I take Zintalika without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Chirag Bhingradiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Zintalika 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 almost 6 years ago

What is Zintalika?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Zintalika 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 almost 5 years ago

Can I take Zintalika with paracetamol?

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

Yes, Zintalika 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Zintalika cause difficulty in breathing?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Zintalika 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.