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Citric acid and sodium citrate are both alkalinizing agents that make the urine less acidic.
The combination of citric acid and sodium citrate is used to prevent gout or kidney stones, or metabolic acidosis in people with kidney problems.
Citric acid and sodium citrate may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
You should not use this medication if you have kidney failure, severe heart damage (such as from a prior heart attack), Addison's disease (an adrenal gland disorder), high levels of potassium in your blood (hyperkalemia), or if you are severely dehydrated or have heat cramps.
Before you take citric acid and sodium citrate, tell your doctor about all your medical conditions, especially kidney disease, heart disease, high blood pressure, a history of heart attack, urinary problems, swelling (edema), or chronic diarrhea (such as ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease).
Also tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including over-the-counter medications and household remedies.
Citric acid and sodium citrate should be taken after meals to help prevent stomach or intestinal side effects.
The liquid medicine should be mixed with water or juice. Drink plenty of liquids while you are taking citric acid and sodium citrate. Your treatment may include a special diet. You should become very familiar with the list of foods you should eat or avoid to help control your condition.
Avoid using antacids without your doctor's advice, including household baking soda (sodium bicarbonate). Antacids that contain aluminum or sodium can interact with citric acid and sodium citrate, causing a serious electrolyte imbalance or aluminum toxicity.
Avoid eating foods that are high in salt, or using extra table salt on your meals.
To be sure citric acid and sodium citrate is helping your condition, your blood and urine may need to be tested often. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and do not miss any scheduled appointments.
Serious side effects of citric acid and sodium citrate include muscle twitching or cramps, swelling or weight gain, weakness, mood changes, rapid and shallow breathing, fast heart rate, restless feeling, black or bloody stools, severe diarrhea, or seizure (convulsions).
You should not use this medication if you are allergic to it, or if you have:
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kidney failure
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severe heart damage (such as from a prior heart attack)
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Addison's disease (an adrenal gland disorder)
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high levels of potassium in your blood (hyperkalemia) or
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if you are severely dehydrated or have heat cramps.
If you have certain conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take this medication. Before you take citric acid and sodium citrate, tell your doctor if you have:
* kidney disease
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congestive heart failure, enlarged heart, or history of heart attack
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other heart disease or high blood pressure
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low levels of calcium in your blood (hypocalcemia)
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a urinary tract infection
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toxemia of pregnancy
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urination problems (or if you are unable to urinate)
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swelling of your hands or feet, or in your lungs (pulmonary edema) or
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chronic diarrhea (such as ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease).
It is not known whether this medication is harmful to an unborn baby. Before taking citric acid and sodium citrate, Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. It is not known whether citric acid and sodium citrate passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
