urocit-k

Highlights

• This medication is used to make the urine less acidic.
• This effect helps the kidneys get rid of uric acid thereby helping to prevent gout and kidney stones.
• This medication can also prevent and treat certain metabolic problems (acidosis) caused by kidney disease.

Directions For Use

• Take this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor.Follow your doctor's directions carefully.This medication should be taken with meals or a bedtime snack.
• Swallow this medication with a full glass of water or other liquid (8 ounces or 240 milliliters) unless your doctor directs you otherwise.
• Do not crush, chew, or suck the tablets.Doing so can release all of the drug at once increasing the risk of side effects.Also,do not split the tablets unless they have a score line and your doctor or pharmacist tells you to do so.
• Swallow the whole or split tablet without crushing or chewing.Do not lie down for at least 10 minutes after taking this medication.
• Do not take this medication on an empty stomach.
• Your doctor may direct you to eat a low-salt (low-sodium) diet and drink lots of fluids. Follow your doctor's directions closely.
• Do not use salt substitutes that contain potassium.

Warnings

• During pregnancy this medication should be used only when clearly needed.Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
• It is not known whether this drug passes into breast milk.Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Precautions

• Before taking this medication tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it or if you have any other allergies.This product may contain inactive ingredients which can cause allergic reactions or other problems.Talk to your pharmacist for more details.
• Before using this medication tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history especially of: a certain adrenal gland problem (Addison's disease), bladder infection,diabetes, low calcium levels, severe diarrhea, heart problems (such as irregular heartbeat, heart attack), kidney problems, potassium-restricted diet, high potassium levels,stomach/intestinal problems (such as blockage, constipation, ulcers), dehydration.
• Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).