PRODUCT DETAILS

About Metalka Oral Liquid

DISODIUM HYDROGEN CITRATE is a urinary alkaliser indicated for the treatment of renal tubular acidosis, gout, and kidney stones. Kidney stones are small, hard deposits made up of calcium, phosphate, and other minerals/acid salts that stick together in concentrated urine. Renal tubular acidosis is a condition in which the kidneys fail to excrete acids into the urine; this causes the blood to remain too acidic.
 
DISODIUM HYDROGEN CITRATE contains disodium hydrogen phosphate, which metabolizes to bicarbonate and increases the excretion of free bicarbonate ions; this increases the solubility of cysteine in the urine and ionizes uric acid to soluble urate ion. This helps in increasing the urinary pH, thereby making the urine less acidic. 
 
The prescribed dose of DISODIUM HYDROGEN CITRATE should be diluted with a glass of water and taken after meals. You are advised to take DISODIUM HYDROGEN CITRATE for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, tiredness, nausea, and vomiting. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
 
Consult your doctor before taking DISODIUM HYDROGEN CITRATE if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking DISODIUM HYDROGEN CITRATE. It is not known if DISODIUM HYDROGEN CITRATE affects your ability to drive; drive only if you are alert. Talk to a doctor before giving DISODIUM HYDROGEN CITRATE to children. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

Uses of Metalka Oral Liquid

Renal tubular acidosis, Kidney stones.

Medicinal Benefits of Metalka Oral Liquid

DISODIUM HYDROGEN CITRATE is a urinary alkaliser indicated for the treatment of renal tubular acidosis, gout, and kidney stones. DISODIUM HYDROGEN CITRATE contains disodium hydrogen phosphate, which metabolizes to bicarbonate and increases the excretion of free bicarbonate ions; this increases the solubility of cysteine in the urine and ionizes uric acid to soluble urate ion. This helps in increasing the urinary pH, thereby making the urine less acidic. DISODIUM HYDROGEN CITRATE may also help to treat urinary tract infections.

Directions for Use

The prescribed dose of DISODIUM HYDROGEN CITRATE should be diluted with a glass of water and taken after meals. Depending on your medical condition, your doctor will decide how long you need to take DISODIUM HYDROGEN CITRATE.

Side Effects of Metalka Oral Liquid

• Abdominal discomfort
• Diarrhea
• Tiredness
• Vomiting
• Nausea

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take DISODIUM HYDROGEN CITRATE if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor if you have hyperkalaemia (high levels of potassium), hypocalcaemia (low blood calcium levels), high blood pressure, oedema, increased alkalinity in the blood, urinary tract infection, or kidney dysfunction. Consult your doctor before taking DISODIUM HYDROGEN CITRATE if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking DISODIUM HYDROGEN CITRATE. It is not known if DISODIUM HYDROGEN CITRATE affects your ability to drive; drive only if you are alert. Talk to a doctor before giving DISODIUM HYDROGEN CITRATE to children.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

 DISODIUM HYDROGEN CITRATE may have interaction with diuretics (furosemide), antibiotics (tetracycline), anti-arrhythmic (quinidine), adrenergic agonists (ephedrine), decongestant (pseudoephedrine), barbiturates, salicylates, and corticosteroids.

Drug-Disease Interaction:

DISODIUM HYDROGEN CITRATE may have interactions with hyperkalaemia (high levels of potassium), hypocalcaemia (low blood calcium levels), high blood pressure, oedema, and increased alkalinity in the blood, urinary tract infection, and kidney dysfunction.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Avoid alcohol consumption while taking DISODIUM HYDROGEN CITRATE.

PREGNANCY

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

BREAST FEEDING

Consult your doctor before taking DISODIUM HYDROGEN CITRATE; your doctor will decide whether DISODIUM HYDROGEN CITRATE can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

DRIVING

It is not known if DISODIUM HYDROGEN CITRATE affects your ability to drive. Drive only if you are alert.

LIVER

Limited information is available regarding the usage of DISODIUM HYDROGEN CITRATE in patients with hepatic impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have liver problems or any concerns regarding this.

KIDNEY

Avoid taking DISODIUM HYDROGEN CITRATE if you have kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney dysfunction or any concerns regarding this.