URO K 10MEQ TAB

Potassium citrate tablets work primarily by increasing the alkalinity of urine, which is their mechanism of action. When taken orally, potassium citrate dissociates into potassium and citrate ions in the body. Citrate is the key player here; it is metabolized in the body to form bicarbonate, which raises the pH of the urine, making it more alkaline. This increased alkalinity helps to dissolve and prevent the formation of certain types of kidney stones, particularly those composed of uric acid or cystine. By creating a less acidic environment in the urine, potassium citrate discourages the crystallization of these substances, thereby reducing the risk of stone formation and promoting the dissolution of existing stones.

Alkali-forming, Potassium-sparing

Tablet

The following are the uses of Potassium Citrate Tablet:

• Used for preventing kidney stones by controlling the levels of acid in the urine
• Used for treating gout, a form of arthritis caused by high uric acid levels
• Used to manage metabolic acidosis, a condition where the blood becomes too acidic
• Used to reduce the risk of uric acid kidney stones in people with high uric acid levels
• Used to alleviate the symptoms of cystinuria, a disorder causing cystine stones
• Used to support the treatment of renal tubular acidosis, a kidney disorder
• Used for maintaining a healthy pH balance in the body