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Urocit-K

Urocit-K is used for:

Preventing certain types of kidney stones. It also may be used to treat certain conditions as determined by your doctor.

Urocit-K is a urinary alkalinizing agent. It works by neutralizing some of the acid in the urine, which helps reduce the formation of crystals.

Do NOT use Urocit-K if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Urocit-K
• you have high potassium levels in the blood or aluminum toxicity
• you have stomach ulcers, kidney disease, heart disease, a blockage in the intestines, or a urinary tract infection
• you are currently taking aldosterone-blockers (eg, spironolactone), aluminum salts (eg, aluminum hydroxide), potassium-sparing diuretics (eg, triamterene), or anticholinergics (eg, atropine)

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Urocit-K :

Some medical conditions may interact with Urocit-K . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
• if you have heart problems, kidney problems, difficulty swallowing, a stomach blockage, or diabetes
• if you have diarrhea or are dehydrated
• if you have severe burns or other tissue damage, high acid levels in your blood, or adrenal gland problems

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Urocit-K . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

• Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors (eg, enalapril), aldosterone blockers (eg, spironolactone), or potassium-sparing diuretics (eg, triamterene) because the side effects of Urocit-K , especially on the heart, may be increased
• Aluminum salts (eg, aluminum-containing antacids), anticholinergics (eg, atropine), anorexiants (eg, phentermine), or certain stimulants (eg, albuterol, amphetamine, pseudoephedrine) because the side effects may be increased
• Lithium or tetracyclines (eg, doxycycline) because effectiveness may be decreased by Urocit-K

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Urocit-K may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Urocit-K :

Use Urocit-K as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Take Urocit-K with food or within 30 minutes after meals or a bedtime snack.
• Swallow whole. Do not break, crush, chew, or suck on the tablet before swallowing.
• Take Urocit-K with a full glass of water (8 oz/240 mL). Do not lie down for 30 minutes after taking Urocit-K .
• Drinking extra fluids while you are taking Urocit-K is recommended. Check with your doctor or pharmacist for instructions.
• If you have trouble swallowing the tablet or if it seems to get stuck in your throat, contact your doctor.
• If you miss a dose of Urocit-K , take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Urocit-K .

Important safety information:

• Do not use a salt substitute or a potassium supplement without checking with your doctor.
• After taking Urocit-K , the empty tablet shell may appear in the stool. This is normal and it is no cause for concern.
• LAB TESTS, including potassium blood levels or citrate and acidity of the urine, may be performed to monitor your progress or to check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
• PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Urocit-K during pregnancy. It is unknown if Urocit-K is excreted in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while using Urocit-K , contact your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.

Possible side effects of Urocit-K :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Diarrhea or loose bowel movements; nausea; stomach pain; upset stomach; vomiting.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); black, tarry stools; confusion; severe stomach pain; tingling of hands or feet; vomit that looks like coffee grounds; weakness.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions or need medical advice about side effects, contact your doctor or health care provider. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088) or at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (http://www.aapcc.org/findyour.htm), or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include confusion; fainting; irregular heartbeat; sluggishness; weakness.

Store Urocit-K at room temperature between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Urocit-K out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

• If you have any questions about Urocit-K , please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
• Urocit-K is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
• If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Urocit-K . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.