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Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
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Synonym :

POTASSIUM CITRATE+MAGNESIUM CITRATE+VITAMIN B6

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Ipca Laboratories Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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About Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution

Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution is indicated for the treatment of renal tubular acidosis and kidney stones. It also helps provide relief from the burning sensation during urination. Kidney stones are small, hard deposits made up of calcium, phosphate, and other minerals/acid salts that stick together in concentrated urine. Renal tubular acidosis is a condition in which the kidneys fail to excrete acids into the urine, this causes the blood to remain too acidic.

Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution is a combination of three drugs, namely: Magnesium citrate, Potassium citrate, and Pyridoxine hydrochloride. Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution raises the urinary pH, potassium, magnesium, and citric acid levels; this prevents the crystallization, growth, and accumulation of stone-forming salts.

Take Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution as prescribed. You are advised to take Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution for as long as your doctor has recommended it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as abdominal discomfort, diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Consult your doctor before taking Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution is not recommended for children as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution is not recommended for patients with renal insufficiency as it might increase the risk for the development of hyperkalemia (high potassium levels) and soft tissue calcification. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

Uses of Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution

Kidney stones, renal tubular acidosis

Directions for Use

Tablet: Take Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution as prescribed. Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.Syrup: Check the label for directions before use. The prescribed dose should be diluted with a glass of water and taken as advised by the doctor.

Medicinal Benefits

Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution is a combination of three drugs, namely: Magnesium citrate, Potassium citrate, and Pyridoxine hydrochloride. Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution is indicated for the treatment of renal tubular acidosis, kidney stones, prevents recurrence of calcium oxalate nephrolithiasis (calcium oxalate stones) and uric acid lithiasis (uric acid stones) with or without calcium stones. It also helps provide relief from the burning sensation during urination. Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution raises the urinary pH, potassium, magnesium, and citric acid levels; this prevents the crystallization, growth, and accumulation of stone-forming salts.

Storage

Keep Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution out of reach and sight of children.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you have hyperkalemia (high levels of potassium), chronic renal failure, uncontrolled diabetes mellitus, adrenal insufficiency, acute dehydration, oesophageal compression, delayed gastric emptying, intestinal obstruction, peptic ulcers, urinary tract infection, or renal insufficiency. Inform your doctor if you have hyperkalemia or gastrointestinal lesions. If you experience severe vomiting, gastrointestinal bleeding, or abdominal pain, stop taking Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution and consult a doctor immediately. Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution is not recommended for children as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Consult your doctor before taking Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. 

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Potassium citrateClozapine
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Potassium citrateOxybutynin
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Potassium citrateClozapine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution 250 ml:
Taking Clozapine and Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution 250 ml (in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and other gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution 250 ml with Clozapine is not recommended, as it may lead to an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Potassium citrateOxybutynin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution 250 ml:
Coadministration of Oxybutynin and Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution 250 ml can increase the risk of developing stomach ulcers or bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Oxybutynin with Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution 250 ml is generally avoided as it may lead to an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor immediately if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, lightheadedness, dizziness, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark stools. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Potassium citrateTrihexyphenidyl
Critical
How does the drug interact with Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution 250 ml:
Co-administration of trihexyphenidyl with Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution 250 ml may increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking trihexyphenidyl with Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution 250 ml is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience abdominal pain, bloating, sudden dizziness or lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), loss of appetite, or black stools contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Potassium citrateGlycopyrrolate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution 250 ml:
Co-administration of Glycopyrrolate with Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution 250 ml can increase the risk or severity of ulcers, bleeding, and other gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Glycopyrrolate with Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution 250 ml together is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience severe abdominal pain, bloating, sudden dizziness or lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), loss of appetite, and/or black, tarry stools, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Potassium citrateMesoridazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution 250 ml:
Taking Mesoridazine and Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution 250 ml (in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution 250 ml with Mesoridazine is not recommended, as it may lead to an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Potassium citrateOrphenadrine (chloride)
Critical
How does the drug interact with Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution 250 ml:
Taking Orphenadrine and Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution 250 ml (in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Orphenadrine (chloride) with Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution 250 ml is not recommended, as it may lead to an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Potassium citrateDicyclomine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution 250 ml:
Taking Dicyclomine and Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution 250 ml together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dicyclomine with Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution 250 ml is not recommended, as it may lead to an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Potassium citratePropantheline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution 250 ml:
Taking Propantheline and Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution 250 ml (in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Propantheline with Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution 250 ml is not recommended, as it may lead to interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Potassium citrateScopolamine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution 250 ml:
Taking Scopolamine and Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution 250 ml (in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution 250 ml and Scopolamine is not recommended, as it may lead to an interaction but can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Potassium citratePromazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution 250 ml:
Taking Promazine and Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution 250 ml (in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution 250 ml with Promazine is not recommended, as it may lead to an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Drink plenty of fluids as they help in flushing out excess minerals.
  • Limit salt intake. High amounts of salt can increase the risk of kidney stones.
  • Maintain a healthy weight by exercising regularly.
  • Avoid foods rich in oxalates such as spinach, nuts, okra, dates, avocado, hot chocolate, cocoa, baked potato, french fries, and cereals as they might increase the risk of oxalate stones.
  • Try maintaining optimum levels of calcium in the body as too little or high calcium can lead to kidney stones.

Side Effects of Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution

  • Abdominal discomfort
  • Diarrhoea
  • Vomiting
  • Nausea

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

RENAL AND GENITOURINARY AGENT

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FAQs

Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution raises the urinary pH, potassium, magnesium and citric acid levels; this prevents the crystallisation of stone-forming salts.

Do not discontinue Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution for as long as prescribed. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you feel any difficulty while taking Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution .

Avoid taking Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution if you have peptic ulcers as Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution has ulcerogenic potential, which could lead to further ulceration. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution . Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you have severe diarrhoea consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

Consult a doctor before taking Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution if you have an active urinary tract infection as Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution increases the urinary pH, which might promote further bacterial growth.

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Disease/Condition Glossary

Kidney stones: Nephrolithiasis, also known as kidney stones, is a disease affecting the urinary tract. Kidney stones are small, hard deposits made up of calcium, phosphate, and other minerals/acid salts that stick together in concentrated urine. They are the common cause of blood in urine and can be painful when passing through the urinary tract. Symptoms include severe pain, usually in one side of the abdomen, and nausea. 

Renal tubular acidosis: It is a condition that involves the accumulation of acid in the body due to the failure of the kidneys to acidify the urine appropriately. The kidneys fail to excrete acids into the urine, which causes the blood to remain too acidic. If not treated, it could lead to kidney stones, bone disease, kidney disease, or failure.

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Alcohol

Caution

It is not known if alcohol interacts with Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution . Please consult a doctor.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your doctor before taking Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution ; your doctor will decide whether Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution is unlikely to affect your ability to drive. However, you are advised to drive only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Limited information is available regarding the usage of Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution in patients with hepatic impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have liver problems or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Unsafe

Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution might cause soft tissue calcification and hyperkalaemia in patients with renal insufficiency. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Unsafe

The safety and effectiveness of Alkaston-B6 Oral Solution in children have not been established.

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