Alkacitron Syrup 120ml

About Alkacitron Syrup 120ml

Alkacitron Syrup 120ml Uses

• Relief of painful and burning urination caused by urinary tract infections
• Alkalizing acidic urine in mild metabolic acidosis
• Supportive treatment alongside antibiotics for cystitis
• Helping prevent uric acid and cystine kidney stone formation

Alkacitron Syrup 120ml Benefits

• Fast acting relief from urinary burning and discomfort
• Easy to dose liquid form suitable for adults and children
• Supports kidney and bladder health by balancing urine pH
• Works well alongside prescribed antibiotics for UTI symptom control

What Experts Say

Doctors across Pakistan often recommend sodium citrate based alkalizers alongside a short course of antibiotics for uncomplicated urinary tract infections, since alkalizing the urine reduces the painful burning sensation while the antibiotic works separately on clearing the underlying bacterial cause of the infection itself.

Physicians typically advise diluting the syrup well in a full glass of water and spacing the doses evenly through the day rather than bunching them together, because a steady shift in urine pH gives more reliable symptom relief than one large dose taken all at once before bed.

Clinicians monitor patients who already have kidney disease, heart failure, or high blood pressure more closely once this therapy starts, since the added sodium load from citrate salts can affect fluid balance and blood pressure control in these more sensitive patient groups over weeks of use.

Drug Class

• Urinary Alkalinizer
• Systemic Alkalizing Agent

Alkacitron Syrup 120ml formula

• Sodium Acid Citrate

Available forms

• Syrup

How to use Alkacitron Syrup 120ml?

• Shake the bottle well before each use
• Dilute the prescribed dose in a full glass of water
• Take after meals to reduce stomach upset
• Adults usually take 2 to 4 teaspoonfuls three times a day, or as directed by the doctor
• Measure the child's dose using the marked cup or spoon provided with the pack
• Drink plenty of water through the day while using this syrup
• Do not exceed the dose prescribed by your doctor

Drug Interactions

• Aluminum Containing Antacids: Alkalized urine can increase aluminum absorption, raising toxicity risk.
• Methenamine: Alkaline urine reduces the antibacterial effectiveness of methenamine based products.
• Tetracycline Antibiotics: Absorption may be altered when taken together with alkalizing agents.
• Lithium: Alkalizing agents can change how the kidneys clear lithium from the body.
• Other Diuretics: Combined use may affect electrolyte and fluid balance.

Risks and warnings

• Kidney Disease: Use with caution in patients with impaired kidney function, as citrate salts are cleared through the kidneys.
• Heart Conditions: Patients with heart failure or high blood pressure should use this syrup under medical supervision due to its sodium content.
• Diabetes: Diabetic patients should check with their doctor, as some formulations may contain added sugar.
• Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Use only if advised by a doctor during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
• Long Term Use: Prolonged use without medical advice may disturb the body's acid base balance.

Alkacitron Syrup 120ml Side Effects

• Nausea or stomach upset
• Diarrhea
• Abdominal discomfort
• Mild bloating
• Metabolic alkalosis with excessive or prolonged use
• Elevated sodium levels in sensitive patients

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
• Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use
• Do not refrigerate or freeze
• Shake well before each use
• Keep out of reach of children
• Discard any unused syrup once the period stated on the label after opening has passed