L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR Syrup 100ml

Introduction About L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP

L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP contains Disodium Hydrogen Citrate which belongs to
the group of medicines called Urinary Alkalizers. It is used to manage the
symptoms of urinary tract infections (such as low urine output, painful
urination or burning sensation while passing urine) when used in combination
with antibiotics.

It works by increasing your blood pH and by making your urine less acidic.
Therefore, it helps in managing metabolic acidosis (low pH in blood) and
hyperuricemia (high blood uric acid levels) and manage the incidence of gout
and/or kidney stones caused due to high blood uric acid levels.

It corrects dehydration by replacing the lost electrolytes in the body. It also
helps in managing the symptoms of inflammation in the urinary tract such as
pyelitis, cystitis, urethritis and urolithiasis. L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP
must be dissolved in water before consum

Before taking L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP inform your doctor if you have any
liver, kidney or heart problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have
Addison’s disease, fluid retention in your body parts or lungs, hypertension or
heat cramps as a precaution.

Do not take L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP without consulting your doctor if you
are pregnant or breastfeeding. The most common side effects of taking L CITRA
LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP are increased urination, diarrhea and flatulence. Consult
your doctor if any of these side effects troubles you.

Uses Of L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP

• Symptoms of urinary tract infections (such as low urine output, painful urination or burning sensation while passing urine)
• Corrects dehydration and metabolic acidosis (low pH of the blood)
• Makes the urine less acidic
• Manage inflammation of kidneys, bladder and urethra
• Manage high blood uric acid levels
• Prevents gout and kidney stone formation

How L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP Works

L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP is a urinary alkalizer. It works by increasing the
pH of the blood and urine. This makes your urine less acidic which helps in
managing the urinary symptoms (such as painful urination, low urine output or
burning sensation while passing urine) caused due to urinary tract infections or
inflammation.

It also replenishes the lost electrolytes in the body and increases urine output
which helps in managing dehydration and in flushing out harmful bacteria that
causes urinary tract infection.

How to use L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP

Take L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP as advised by your physician. Dissolve the
required amount of the medicine in water before consum
decide the correct dose, amount of water to be used for dissolution and duration
of therapy based on your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop
taking L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP without consulting your doctor.

Side Effects Of L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP

Common

• Nausea, vomiting
• Diarrhea, stomach pain, flatulence
• Increased urine output
• Low potassium levels in blood on prolong use
• Mood changes, tiredness, shortness of breath, muscle weakness, and irregular heartbeat

How To Manage Side Effects

!### Diarrhea

Drink plenty of fluids, such as water or fruit juice to keep yourself hydrated.
Consuming ORS can also be beneficial. Do not consume any medicine on your own
without consulting your doctor. If your diarrhea worsens, contact your doctor
immediately.

!### Nausea And Vomiting

Take L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP with, or just after meals. Stick to simple
meals. Avoid eating oily or spicy foods. Consult your doctor if the symptoms are
worsening.

Warning & Precautions

!### Pregnancy

Consult your doctorThe safety and effectiveness of L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP have not been
established in pregnant women. Therefore, it should be used in pregnant women
only if considered necessary by the physician. It is strictly not recommended
for use in pregnant women with toxaemia (high blood pressure during pregnancy
due to infections).

!### Breastfeeding

Consult your doctorThe safety and effectiveness of L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP have not been
established in breastfeeding women. Therefore, it should be used in
breastfeeding women only if considered necessary by the physician.

!### Driving and Using Machines

SafeL CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP is unlikely to affect your ability for driving or
handling any heavy tools or machines.

!### Kidney

Consult your doctorL CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP is not recommended for use in patients with severe
kidney problems (such as oliguria, azotemia or anuria). It should be used with
caution in patients with low urine output. Therefore, consult your doctor before
taking it.

!### Liver

Use with CautionL CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP should be used with caution in patients with acute
liver failure. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

!### Allergy

ContraindicatedDo not take L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP if you are allergic to Disodium hydrogen
citrate.

!### Lungs

Use with CautionL CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP should be used with caution in patients with fluid
accumulation in the lungs. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

!### Heart Disease

Consult your doctorL CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP is not recommended for use in patients with severe
heart problems (such as myocardial damage). It should be used with caution in
patients with heart failure or hypertension. Therefore, consult your doctor
before taking it.

!### Use In Pediatrics

Use with CautionL CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP should be used with caution in children and
adolescents (aged 6 years or above). Therefore, consult your doctor for advice
before taking it.

!### Use In Geriatrics

Use with CautionL CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP should be used with caution in elderly patients
(aged 65 years or above). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

Others

L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP is not recommended for use if you:

• have Addison’s disease (a disease caused due to problems in adrenal gland)
• have acute dehydration or heat cramps

Before taking L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP inform your doctor if you:

• have fluid retention in your body

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug Interactions:

Before taking L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP, inform your doctor if you are taking
any of the following medicines such as:

• Antacids (medicines used to manage heartburn and stomach ulcers) such as aluminium hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide
• Chlorpropamide (a medicine used to manage diabetes)
• Lithium (a medicine used to manage mental illnesses)
• Methotrexate (a medicines used to manage cancer or rheumatoid arthritis)
• Methenamine (a medicine used to manage bacterial infection)
• Salicylates (used for pain relief) such as aspirin
• Tetracyclines (used to manage bacterial infections) such as doxycycline
• Mecamylamine (a medicine used to manage hypertension)
• Flecainide, Quinidine (used to manage abnormal heart rhythm)
• Sympathomimetics (such as dobutamine, dopamine, norepinephrine, epinephrine, and isoproterenol) used to stimulate body secretions, gut movements and muscle movements

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally took too much of L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP,
consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of
overdosage might include stomach ulcers, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting,
hyperactivity, edema and fits.

Synopsis

Drug	:	Disodium Hydrogen Citrate
Pharmacological Category	:	Urinary Alkalizer
Therapeutic Indication	:	Urinary symptoms, Metabolic Acidosis
Dosage Forms	:	Oral Solution

More Information

• Keep L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP out of reach of children
• Store L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP at room temperature

FAQs About L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP

Q: What is the use of L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP?A: L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUPis used to manage the symptoms of urinary
tract infections (such as low urine output, painful urination or burning
sensation while passing urine) when used in combination with antibiotics. It
helps in managing metabolic acidosis (low pH in blood) and hyperuricemia (high
blood uric acid levels) and manage the incidence of gout and/or kidney stones
caused due to high blood uric acid levels. It corrects dehydration by replacing
the lost electrolytes in the body. It also helps in managing the symptoms of
inflammation in the urinary tract such as pyelitis, cystitis, urethritis and
urolithiasis.

Q: How L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP works in my body?A: L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP is a urinary alkalizer. It works by
increasing the pH of the blood and urine. This makes your urine less acidic
which helps in managing the urinary symptoms (such as painful urination, low
urine output or burning sensation while passing urine) caused due to urinary
tract infections or inflammation. It also replenishes the lost electrolytes in
the body and increases urine output which helps in managing dehydration and in
flushing out harmful bacteria that causes urinary tract infection.

Q: How to take L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP?A: Take L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP as advised by your physician. Dissolve
the required amount of the medicine in water before consum
will decide the correct dose, amount of water to be used for dissolution and
duration of therapy based on your age, body weight and disease condition.

Q: Is L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP good for urinary infection?A: Yes. L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP helps in controlling urinary symptoms
(such as painful urination, low urine output or burning sensation while passing
urine) caused due to urinary tract infections or inflammation. It also increases
urine output which helps in flushing out harmful bacteria that causes urinary
tract infection.

Q: What are the side effects of L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP?A: The most common side effects of taking L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP are
increased urination, diarrhea and flatulence. Consult your doctor if any of
these side effects troubles you.

Q: Can L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP be used in children?A: L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP should be used with caution in children and
adolescents (aged 6 years or above). Therefore, consult your doctor for advice
before taking it.

Q: Can L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP be used during breastfeeding?A: The safety and effectiveness of L CITRA LEMON FLAVOUR SYRUP have not been
established in breastfeeding women. Therefore, it should be used in
breastfeeding women only if considered necessary by the physician.