Drug Information
| Drug Generic Name | POTASSIUM CITRATE (Alkaline diuretic) |
| Drug Class | DRUGS USED IN URINARY TRACT DISORDERS |
| Chapter | Obstetrics, Gynaecology & Urinary Tract Disorders |
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Indications: relief of discomfort in mild urinary tract infections; alkalinization of urine. Cautions: renal impairment, cardiac disease, elderly. Side Effects: hyperkalemia on prolonged high dosage, mild diuresis. Dose: Cystitis, adults and children over 6 years, 3 g, well diluted with water, 3 times daily. Child 1-6 years, 1.5 g. Alkalinization of urine, 3-6 g with water every 6 hours. |
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