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

Eralka Information

Eralka is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Kidney Stones. Secondary and off-label uses of Eralka have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Eralka depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Eralka are Nausea or vomiting, Stomach ache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Eralka can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Eralka are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Eralka's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. Warnings related to Eralka's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other contraindications of Eralka have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Eralka may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Eralka Benefits & Uses

Eralka is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Kidney Stones

Other Benefits

Gout (Read More - Home remedies for gout pain)

Eralka 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
Adult	Disease: Gout Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 15 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Gout Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 15 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Gout Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 15 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Gout Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Gout Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose for 7 - 12 years old children only, For course duration follow doctor's advice

Eralka Related Warnings

Is the use of Eralka safe for pregnant women?

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

Unknown
Is the use of Eralka safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Eralka in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Eralka is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Eralka on the Kidneys?

Eralka rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Eralka on the Liver?

So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Eralka on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Eralka will affect the liver or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Eralka on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Eralka on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Eralka with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Quinidine

Amphetamine

Amphetamine Tablet

Ephedrine

Tetracycline

Eralka Contraindications

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

Drug Allergy
Edema

Frequently asked Questions about Eralka

Is this Eralka habit forming or addictive?

Eralka does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Eralka as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Eralka only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Eralka is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Eralka Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Eralka

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Eralka together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Eralka

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Eralka with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Eralka

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Eralka cause stomach cramps?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Eralka causes stomach cramps, this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you experience severe stomach cramps after taking this drug then discuss it with your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Eralka work?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Eralka contains disodium Hydrogen Citrate (an alkalinizing agent) which is metabolized into bicarbonate. Bicarbonate causes an increase in pH of urine (alkalinizes urine) by promoting the excretion of free bicarbonate ions, this leads to increase in solubility of cysteine which is present in the urine and this results in ionization of uric acid into more soluble urate ion. In this way Eralka works and helps the body to get rid of excessive uric acid.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Eralka?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Take it as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with food or without food but you are advised to take it after food with plenty of water to avoid stomach upset. Precautions must be taken in patients with hypocalcemia and renal disease.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Eralka safe to use?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS , Pulmonology

Yes, Eralka is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as flatulence, diarrhoea, and tiredness. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Eralka an antacid?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

No, Eralka is not an antacid. It contains sodium hydrogen citrate which belongs to the class of drugs known as alkalinizing agents. It is used for the treatment of gout (a type of arthritis that occurs due to the formation and deposition of uric acid crystals in the joints). It is also used for the prevention of nephrolithiasis (kidney stones) and treatment of acidosis (decrease in blood pH levels).