Citric acid and sodium citrate
Generic name: citric acid and sodium citrate [ SIT-rik-AS-id-and-SOE-dee-um-SI-trate ]
Brand names: Oracit, Bicitra, Cytra-2, Liqui-Dual Citra
Dosage form: oral solution (334 mg-500 mg/5 mL; 640 mg-490 mg/5 mL)
Drug class:Minerals and electrolytes
What is citric acid and sodium citrate?
Citric acid and sodium citrate is a combination medicine that helps make your urine less acidic. Sometimes called a urinary alkalizer, citric acid and sodium citrate is used to treat acidosis or to prevent gout or kidney stones.
Citric acid and sodium citrate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use citric acid and sodium citrate if you have:
severe kidney disease;
decreased urination (or if you are unable to urinate);
severe heart damage (such as from a heart attack);
untreated Addison's disease (an adrenal gland disorder);
high levels of potassium in your blood (hyperkalemia);
a genetic condition that causes episodes of severe muscle weakness; or
if you are severely dehydrated or have heat cramps.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
kidney problems;
heart problems, high blood pressure;
toxemia of pregnancy;
swelling in your hands or feet, or in your lungs (pulmonary edema); or
an electrolyte imbalance (such as low levels of potassium or magnesium in your blood).
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
How should I take citric acid and sodium citrate?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
This medicine is usually taken after meals and at bedtime. Follow your doctor's dosing instructions very carefully.
Measure liquid medicine carefully. Use the dosing syringe provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon). Mix the medicine with at least 4 ounces of water or juice. Stir and drink this mixture right away. Add a little more water to the gl...
