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USES: This medication makes the urine less acidic. It is used in the treatment of certain kidney disorders and gout.
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Bicitra
Uses
This medication makes the urine less acidic. It is used in the treatment of certain kidney disorders and gout.
Notes
- While taking this medication, it may be necessary for you to test the pH (acidity) of your urine using special paper.
- The pH will help determine the proper dose.
- Do not share this medicine with others.
Storage
- The liquid may be stored at room temperature or in the refrigerator, which will help improve the flavor.
How To Use
- This medication must be diluted in water before drinking to prevent stomach upset.
- Take the prescribed dose and dilute it in at least 1/2 glass of water.
- Stir to mix and drink, following with additional water.
- This is usually taken after meals and at bedtime or as directed by your doctor.
- Take this medication as prescribed.
- Do not increase your dose or take this more often without your doctor's approval.
Side Effects
- Notify your doctor if you develop diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, fluid retention (water gain), convulsion, unusual weakness, mental confusion or tingling or numbness of the hands or feet.
- If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Before using this medicine, tell your doctor your medical history especially of kidney, heart or liver disease, Addison's disease, high blood pressure, if you are on a sodium restricted diet and of any drug allergies.
- This drug should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy.
- Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
- It is not known if this drug is excreted into breast milk.
- Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
- Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
Drug Interactions
- Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use including lithium, aspirin and NSAID (e.g., ibuprofen, naproxen), heart medicines, methenamine, tetracyclines, chlorpropamide, ephedrine and pseudoephedrine (may be found in many cough-and-cold products), azole antibiotics (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole) and of any diet medicines.
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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