DISODIUM HYDROGEN CITRATE SYRUP

Disodium Hydrogen Citrate Syrup – The medication is a urinary alkaliser primarily used for the treatment of kidney stones, gout, and tubular acidosis. The syrup is also useful for the treatment of urinary tract infections, urinary acidosis, or painful urination. A kidney stone is a kidney condition in which hard and small deposits of mineral or salts such as phosphate and calcium sticks together in concentrated urine. When the kidney fails to excrete acids into the urine it causes the blood to remain too acidic in the body, this process leads to the health condition known as tubular acidosis. The dosage and the duration of the Disodium Hydrogen Citrate Syrup will be prescribed to you based on your medical condition by the doctor.

How does Disodium Hydrogen Citrate Syrup work?

The syrup contains disodium hydrogen citrate in it, which is a urine alkalizer. The urine alkalizer works in increasing the ph of urine which helps to make the urine less acidic. This action helps the kidneys to help discard the excessive uric acid. This whole process leads to helps the kidneys to prevent certain types of kidney stones, urine alkalizer, and gout. It also helps in increasing the urinary ph. The primary work of disodium hydrogen citrate Syrup is to remove excess acid from the blood through urine. The intake of this syrup is suggested to take with plenty of water mainly after the meals as prescribed by your doctor. The effects of this syrup are known to be seen quickly and are worthwhile. However, do not take consume the syrup without proper consultation from a doctor.

Uses of Disodium Hydrogen Citrate Syrup

• The syrup helps get rid of certain kidney stones.
• The medication also works for the treatment of gout and tubular acidosis.
• The syrup is also useful to treat urinary tract infections, urinary acidosis, or painful urination.
• Disodium hydrogen citrate syrup helps to remove excessive amounts of acid from the blood through urine.
• The syrup also works by increasing the urinary ph which makes the urines less acidic.

Side Effects of Disodium Hydrogen Citrate Syrup

Consumption of disodium hydrogen citrate medication can also cause some common side effects. The side effects of syrup are rare and not many people get them. Most of the side effects of the syrup are usually mild and resolve over time on their own. However, do not get lenient with the after-effects of the medication if they persist or last for long, get medical help immediately.

Some of the common side effects of Disodium hydrogen citrate syrup that may occur are:

1. Stomach cramps
2. Mood swings
3. Diuresis
4. Unusual Tiredness
5. Flatulence
6. Diarrhea
7. Nausea
8. Vomiting

Precautions for Disodium Hydrogen Citrate Syrup

Some of the precautions to keep in mind before consuming the Disodium Hydrogen Citrate medicine to avoid any side effects are:

• Inform your doctor if you are allergic to disodium hydrogen citrate or any of the components present in the syrup.
• The syrup medication is suggested to take with plenty of fluids such as water, or fruit juice after meals to avoid an upset stomach.
• In some cases, patients may experience certain stomach pain while consuming the syrup medication. Consult with your doctor if it bothers you much.
• Inform your doctor if you have: hypocalcemia, oedema, hyperkalemia, high blood pressure, or kidney dysfunction.
• Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or a nursing mother before taking the Disodium Hydrogen Citrate syrup.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. How long does it take Disodium Hydrogen Citrate syrup to work?

The syrup starts working after a few minutes of consumption and the effects of the syrup last at least 4 to 6 hours. Try not to skip any dosages of the syrup for better benefits.

2. How to use Disodium Hydrogen Citrate syrup?

The direction and duration of the syrup will be instructed to you by your doctor depending on your medication. However, shake the bottle of the syrup well before using it and then mix it in a glass of water  Do not take the Disodium Hydrogen Citrate medicine empty stomach or it may cause an upset stomach.