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

Alkacitron Information

Alkacitron is a prescription medicine. It is primarily used for the treatment of Cough. Other than this, Alkacitron has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Alkacitron depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Alkacitron also has some side effects, the most common being Diarrhoea, Muscle cramps or spasms (painful), Tachycardia. These side effects of Alkacitron are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Alkacitron's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Alkacitron related warnings talks about Alkacitron's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Heart Disease must refrain from the use of Alkacitron since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Alkacitron have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Alkacitron with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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

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

Alkacitron Benefits & Uses

Alkacitron is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Cough

Other Benefits

Gout (Read More - Home remedies for gout pain)
Nausea and Vomiting (Read More - Home remedies for nausea and vomiting)
Kidney Stones

Alkacitron 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

Alkacitron Related Warnings

Is the use of Alkacitron safe for pregnant women?

No research has not been done till date on the safety of Alkacitron for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

Unknown
Is the use of Alkacitron safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Alkacitron for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Alkacitron on the Kidneys?

Effects of Alkacitron on kidney can be severe. It is not safe to use it without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Alkacitron on the Liver?

There may be severe side effects of Alkacitron on your liver. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.

Severe
What is the effect of Alkacitron on the Heart?

Alkacitron may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Alkacitron with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Amlodipine,Valsartan

Atropine

Moderate

Quinidine

Levofloxacin

Amprenavir

Amprenavir Capsule

Alkacitron Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Heart Disease
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Calcium Deficiency
Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Alkacitron

Is this Alkacitron habit forming or addictive?

Alkacitron does not cause addiction.

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

Alkacitron will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Alkacitron is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Alkacitron cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Alkacitron Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Alkacitron

Taking Alkacitron with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Alkacitron

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Alkacitron with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Alkacitron

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Alkacitron cause tiredness?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Alkacitron may cause tiredness but this occurs only in few cases. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause tiredness 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 about 5 years ago

Can Alkacitron cause constipation?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

No, Alkacitron does not cause constipation. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Alkacitron work?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Alkacitron contains sodium citrate which is an alkalizing agent that starts working when it is metabolized into bicarbonate and increases pH of the blood and urine. It also binds with urinary calcium and promotes its excretion from the body which prevents the formation of kidney stones. In a cough, it acts as an expectorant which softens the mucus (phlegm) and reduces its thickness that helps in clearing the air passage.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Alkacitron?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Take Alkacitron as long as it is recommended by your doctor. Taking this drug beyond that period might not be good for you because it can cause unintended side effects.