Potassium + Magnesium Citrate

Potassium + Magnesium Citrate — Uses and Benefits

This medicine is mainly used for managing certain types of kidney stones and for correcting low potassium or magnesium levels in the body.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Prevention and management of uric acid and calcium-based kidney stones
• Making urine less acidic (alkalising urine)
• Correcting low potassium levels (hypokalemia)
• Correcting low magnesium levels (hypomagnesemia)

HOW IT WORKS

• Potassium citrate raises urine pH, making it less acidic, which helps dissolve certain stones and prevents new ones from forming
• It binds with calcium in urine, reducing the chances of stone formation
• Magnesium citrate supplements magnesium levels and also has a mild laxative effect due to its citrate component
• Together they help maintain electrolyte balance in the body

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not used for treating infections
• Not a painkiller and does not relieve stone pain directly
• Not used for treating high blood pressure
• Not a substitute for a balanced diet unless advised by a doctor

How to Use Potassium + Magnesium Citrate

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor
• Usually dissolved in a glass of water and taken after meals to reduce stomach upset
• Do not crush or chew extended-release tablets; swallow them whole
• Drink plenty of water through the day unless your doctor advises otherwise
• Do not increase or decrease the dose on your own

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take it as soon as you remember
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue as usual
• Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep the container tightly closed
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack

Potassium + Magnesium Citrate — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Stomach upset
• Diarrhoea or loose stools
• Nausea
• Bloating or gas

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Vomiting
• Abdominal pain
• Mild tingling sensation

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Irregular or slow heartbeat
• Muscle weakness or paralysis
• Confusion or unusual tiredness
• Difficulty breathing
• Severe stomach pain or black stools
• Signs of high potassium such as numbness, tingling, or chest discomfort

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

Potassium + Magnesium Citrate — Safety Information and Precautions

This medicine is available only with a doctor's prescription in India. Do not take it on your own without medical advice.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Have severe kidney disease or kidney failure
• Have high potassium levels in the blood (hyperkalemia)
• Have untreated Addison's disease
• Have a known allergy to potassium or magnesium citrate
• Have severe dehydration

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have any kidney problems
• Have heart disease or an irregular heartbeat
• Have a history of stomach ulcers or slow gut movement
• Are pregnant or breastfeeding
• Are on a potassium-restricted diet

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• ACE inhibitors or ARBs used for blood pressure
• Potassium-sparing diuretics
• NSAIDs like ibuprofen
• Other potassium or magnesium supplements
• Certain heart medicines like digoxin

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I take this medicine with other supplements?

Only if your doctor approves, as combining with other potassium or magnesium products can raise levels too high.

Will this medicine dissolve my kidney stone immediately?

No, it works gradually over weeks to months to prevent stone growth and reduce recurrence.

Can I stop taking it once I feel better?

• No, continue for as long as your doctor has prescribed, even if symptoms improve.
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