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

Alkacitral Information

Alkacitral is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup. Kidney Stones are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Alkacitral has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Alkacitral. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Common side effects of Alkacitral include Nausea or vomiting, Stomach ache. Some other side effects of Alkacitral have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Alkacitral go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

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

The section on Alkacitral contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Alkacitral have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Alkacitral is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

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

Alkacitral Benefits & Uses

Alkacitral 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)

Alkacitral 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

Alkacitral Related Warnings

Is the use of Alkacitral safe for pregnant women?

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

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Alkacitral on the Kidneys?

Alkacitral rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Alkacitral on the Liver?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Alkacitral on the Heart?

Side effects of Alkacitral rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Alkacitral with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Quinidine

Amphetamine

Amphetamine Tablet

Ephedrine

Tetracycline

Alkacitral Contraindications

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

Drug Allergy
Edema

Frequently asked Questions about Alkacitral

Is this Alkacitral habit forming or addictive?

Alkacitral is not addictive in nature.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Alkacitral as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Alkacitral only as per medical advice.

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

No, Alkacitral cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Alkacitral Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Alkacitral

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Alkacitral

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Alkacitral and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Alkacitral

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Alkacitral on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

No, Alkacitral should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Alkacitral with paracetamol?

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

Yes, Alkacitral 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 over 5 years ago

Does Alkacitral cure Urinary tract infections?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

No, Alkacitral 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).

Question over 5 years ago

Does Alkacitral cause tiredness?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, Alkacitral 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 Alkacitral without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Chirag Bhingradiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Alkacitral 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.