Indication
- To relieve discomfort in urinary tract infections
- To prevent kidney stone
- With uricosuric agent to prevent gout
- Acidosis caused by kidney diseases
Dosage & Administration
| Indication | Age | Dosage | Remarks |
| To relieve discomfort in UTI | Adults & children over 6 years | 10 ml 3 times daily | diluted with 1 glass of water |
| Children (1-6) years | 5 ml 3 times daily | diluted with ½ glass of water | |
| -To prevent kidney stone -with uricosuric agent to prevent gout -Acidosis caused by kidney diseases | Adults | 10-15 ml 4 times daily; or as directed by the physician | diluted with 1 glass of water |
| Pediatric | 5-10 ml 4 times daily; or as directed by the physician | diluted with ½ glass of water |
Precautions
The solution should be used with caution in patients with low urinary output. It should be diluted adequately with water to minimize the
possibility of gastrointestinal injury associated with the oral ingestion of concentrated potassium salt preparations; and preferably, to take each dose after meals. Large doses may cause hyperkalemia and alkalosis, especially in the presence of renal disease.
Use in Pregnancy & Lactation
No information is available regarding the use of this drug during pregnancy and lactation.
