Potacit (1500 mg+250 mg)/5 ml (Oral Solution)

Indications

• Relief of discomfort in urinary tract infections
• Prevention of kidney stone
• Prevention of gout with uricosuric agent
• Treatment of acidosis caused by kidney diseases

Pharmacology

• Oral systemic alkalizer
• Absorbed and metabolized to Potassium Bicarbonate
• Highly palatable and pleasant tasting
• Does not neutralize gastric juice or disturb digestion

Dosage & Administration

• Adult dosage: 10 ml 3 times daily, diluted with 1 glass of water
• Pediatric dosage: 5 ml 3 times daily, diluted with 1/2 glass of water
• Adult dosage for other conditions: 10-15 ml 4 times daily, diluted with 1 glass of water
• Pediatric dosage for other conditions: 5-10 ml 4 times daily, diluted with 1/2 glass of water

Interaction

Concurrent administration of potassium-containing medication, potassium-sparing diuretics, ACE inhibitors or cardiac glycosides may lead to toxicity

Contraindications

• Severe renal impairment with oliguria or azotemia
• Untreated Addison's disease
• Acute dehydration
• Severe myocardial damage
• Hyperkalemia from any cause

Side Effects

• Caution must be used in certain patients with abnormal renal mechanisms
• Caution needed to avoid development of hyperkalemia or alkalosis
• Potassium intoxication causes listlessness, weakness, mental confusion, tingling of extremities

Pregnancy & Lactation

No information available regarding use during pregnancy and lactation

Precautions & Warnings

• Use with caution in patients with low urinary output
• Dilute with water to minimize gastrointestinal injury
• Take each dose after meals
• Large doses may cause hyperkalemia and alkalosis, especially with renal disease

Overdose Effects

Hyperkalemia can result in serious cases, immediate treatment measures include elimination of potassium-containing foods/medications, intravenous administration of dextrose solution with insulin, use of exchange resins, hemodialysis, or peritoneal dialysis

Drug Classes

• Prevention of repeated kidney stone formation
• Urinary Alkalinizing Agent

Storage Conditions

Keep below 30°C, away from light and moisture, out of the reach of children

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