Acitra Syrup 120ml

About Acitra Syrup 120ml

Acitra Syrup 120ml Uses

• Burning sensation during urination caused by acidic urine
• Mild urinary tract infection symptoms as an adjunct to antibiotics
• Metabolic acidosis needing urine alkalinization
• Prevention of uric acid and cystine kidney stones

Acitra Syrup 120ml Benefits

• Raises urine pH quickly to reduce burning and discomfort
• Supports antibiotic treatment by easing urinary symptoms faster
• Helps prevent recurrence of uric acid stones with regular use
• Pleasant tasting syrup that is easy to dilute and take after meals

What Experts Say

Doctors in Pakistan commonly add a urinary alkalinizer such as sodium citrate alongside antibiotics when a patient reports burning urination, since acidic urine can worsen irritation and slow symptom relief even after the underlying infection has been treated and largely cleared up already.

Physicians usually advise diluting the syrup in a full glass of water and taking it after meals to reduce stomach upset and improve absorption. Regular urine pH monitoring is recommended in patients being treated for recurrent uric acid stones or long term metabolic acidosis, especially in older adults with reduced kidney reserve.

Urinary tract infections and uric acid stones are common concerns raised in outpatient clinics across Pakistan due to low fluid intake, hot weather and dietary habits. Physicians often pair sodium citrate therapy with advice on hydration, dietary changes and periodic lab review for lasting benefit and prevention.

Drug Class

• Urinary Alkalinizer

Acitra Syrup 120ml formula

• Sodium Citrate

Available forms

• Syrup

How to use Acitra Syrup 120ml?

• Dilute the prescribed dose in a full glass of water or juice
• Take after meals to reduce the chance of stomach upset
• Chill the diluted solution if the taste is difficult to tolerate
• Use the measuring cup provided for accurate dosing

Drug Interactions

• Potassium Sparing Diuretics: Combined use may raise blood potassium to unsafe levels.
• ACE Inhibitors: Increases risk of hyperkalemia when taken together.
• Aspirin: Alkalinized urine can increase excretion and reduce effectiveness of aspirin.
• Sodium Bicarbonate: Concurrent use raises the risk of metabolic alkalosis.

Risks and warnings

• Kidney Disease: Use with caution as sodium citrate can raise potassium and sodium levels.
• Heart Conditions: Patients with heart failure should use only under medical supervision due to sodium content.
• Diabetes: Monitor blood sugar as some combination formulations may affect glucose control.
• Long Term Use: Prolonged use without monitoring may cause electrolyte imbalance.

Acitra Syrup 120ml Side Effects

• Nausea or stomach upset
• Diarrhea with high doses
• Mild abdominal cramps
• Metabolic alkalosis with prolonged overuse
• Elevated potassium levels in patients with kidney disease

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30°C away from direct heat and sunlight
• Keep the bottle tightly capped between doses
• Do not freeze the solution
• Keep out of reach of children