Potassium Magnesium Citrate+cranberry Extract+d Mannose
About
Potassium Magnesium Citrate+cranberry Extract+d Mannose is indicated for the treatment of urinary tract infection. It may also help provide relief from burning sensations during urination. Urinary tract infection is an infection occurring in any part of the urinary tract, the kidneys, urethra, or bladder. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, fever, pelvic pain, pain during urination, increased urge to urinate, and blood in the urine.
Potassium Magnesium Citrate+cranberry Extract+d Mannose is a combination of three drugs, namely: Potassium Magnesium citrate, Cranberry extract and D-Mannose. Potassium Magnesium Citrate+cranberry Extract+d Mannose works by preventing the bacteria from attaching to the bladder cell membrane. It hence finds use in addressing urinary tract infections and helps alleviate its symptoms such as hesitancy, poor stream of urine and smelly urine.
You are advised to take Potassium Magnesium Citrate+cranberry Extract+d Mannose for as long as your doctor has advised it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as abdominal discomfort, 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 Potassium Magnesium Citrate+cranberry Extract+d Mannose if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Potassium Magnesium Citrate+cranberry Extract+d Mannose is not recommended for patients with renal insufficiency as it might increase the risk for the development of hyperkalaemia (high potassium levels) and soft tissue calcification. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects. Consult your doctor before giving Potassium Magnesium Citrate+cranberry Extract+d Mannose to children.
Uses of Potassium Magnesium Citrate+cranberry Extract+d Mannose
Medicinal Benefits
Potassium Magnesium Citrate+cranberry Extract+d Mannose is a combination of three drugs, namely: Potassium magnesium citrate, Cranberry extract and D-Mannose. Potassium Magnesium Citrate+cranberry Extract+d Mannose is indicated for the treatment of urinary tract infections. It also helps provide relief from burning sensations during urination. Potassium Magnesium citrate makes the urine less acidic by raising the pH, thereby reducing irritation while urination. Cranberry extract and D-Mannose work by preventing the bacteria from attaching to the bladder cell membrane. Potassium Magnesium Citrate+cranberry Extract+d Mannose hence finds use in addressing urinary tract infection and helps alleviate its symptoms such as hesitancy, poor stream of urine and smelly urine.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Potassium Magnesium Citrate+cranberry Extract+d Mannose
- Abdominal discomfort
- Vomiting
- Nausea
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Do not take Potassium Magnesium Citrate+cranberry Extract+d Mannose if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor if you have hyperkalaemia (high levels of potassium), chronic renal failure, uncontrolled diabetes mellitus, adrenal insufficiency, acute dehydration, oesophageal compression, delayed gastric emptying, intestinal obstruction, peptic ulcers, renal insufficiency or gastrointestinal lesions. If you experience severe vomiting, gastrointestinal bleeding or abdominal pain, stop taking Potassium Magnesium Citrate+cranberry Extract+d Mannose and consult a doctor immediately. Consult your doctor before taking Potassium Magnesium Citrate+cranberry Extract+d Mannose if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Potassium Magnesium Citrate+cranberry Extract+d Mannose may have an interaction with diuretics (triamterene, spironolactone, amiloride), mood stabiliser (lithium) antibiotic (methenamine) and anticholinergic drugs (atropine).
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have hyperkalaemia (high levels of potassium), delayed gastric emptying, intestinal obstruction, peptic ulcers, diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, kidney disease and lactose intolerance.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionExercise caution before taking alcohol with Potassium Magnesium Citrate+cranberry Extract+d Mannose. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
Pregnancy
cautionPlease consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Your doctor will suggest only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionPlease consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will decide if Potassium Magnesium Citrate+cranberry Extract+d Mannose can be taken during breastfeeding or not.
Driving
not applicablePotassium Magnesium Citrate+cranberry Extract+d Mannose is unlikely to affect your ability to drive.
Liver
cautionPlease consult your doctor in case of any concerns regarding the usage of Potassium Magnesium Citrate+cranberry Extract+d Mannose in patients with liver problems.
Kidney
cautionPotassium Magnesium Citrate+cranberry Extract+d Mannose should be used with caution in case of renal disease. Please consult your doctor in case of any concerns.
Children
cautionExercise caution before using Potassium Magnesium Citrate+cranberry Extract+d Mannose in children. Consult a child specialist in case of any concerns.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Drink plenty of fluids as they help in flushing out excess minerals.
- Maintain a healthy weight by exercising regularly.
- Practise personal hygiene. Wash and clean your private parts.
- Avoid wearing tight, synthetic underwear.
- Avoid using vaginal douches and sprays.
- Do not wipe from front to back or vice versa after passing motion as this may displace bacteria from the vagina to the anus and vice versa.
- Always pee after sexual intercourse.
- Holding back urine causes bacteria to grow. Always go to the loo whenever you feel the urge.
Special Advise
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Urinary tract infection: It is the infection occurring in any part of the urinary tract, the kidneys, urethra, or bladder. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, fever, pelvic pain, pain during urination, increased urge to urinate, and blood in the urine.
FAQs
Potassium Magnesium Citrate+cranberry Extract+d Mannose works by preventing the bacteria from attaching to the bladder cell membrane. Thereby, treats urinary tract infections.
To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Potassium Magnesium Citrate+cranberry Extract+d Mannose for as long as advised. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Potassium Magnesium Citrate+cranberry Extract+d Mannose.
In case you miss a dose of Potassium Magnesium Citrate+cranberry Extract+d Mannose, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is too close to the next dose, revert to the original schedule.
UTI is commonly caused by an abnormal rise in the normal concentrations of tract flora, namely a bacteria called E. coli. It is common in females due to a shorter length of the urethra.
