Manufacturer/ Marketer
Overseas Healthcare Pvt Ltd
SALT COMPOSITION
Potassium Citrate (1100mg/5ml) + Magnesium Citrate (375mg/5ml) + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) (20mg/5ml)
Storage
Store below 30°C
Product introduction
Alkamax MB6 Oral Solution Raspberry Sugar Free is a combination of three medicines. It is used in the treatment and prevention of kidney stones. It works by preventing the formation as well as breaking down the crystals in the kidneys.
Alkamax MB6 Oral Solution Raspberry Sugar Free may be prescribed alone or in combination with other medicines. It should be taken with food. Measure the solution and dilute it in a glass of water before taking it. Take it regularly and do not take more or use it for a longer duration than recommended by your doctor. You should not stop taking the medicine until your doctor tells you it is okay to stop.
Using this medicine may cause a few common side effects such as diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain. If you experienced any such side effect that does not resolve with time or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing them.
The medicine may not be suitable for everybody. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders such as problems with your heart, liver, or kidneys. Let your doctor also know all the other medicines you are taking to make sure the medicine is safe for you. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before using this medicine.
Uses of Alkamax MB Oral Solution
- Treatment and prevention of Kidney stone
Benefits of Alkamax MB Oral Solution
In Treatment and prevention of Kidney stone
Alkamax MB6 Oral Solution Raspberry Sugar Free is used to make the urine less acidic. This helps the kidneys get rid of the uric acid, thereby preventing the formation of kidney stones. Vitamin B6 present in Alkamax MB6 Oral Solution Raspberry Sugar Free further inhibits kidney stone formation. Your doctor may direct you to eat a low-salt (low-sodium) diet, drink lots of fluids and eat citrus fruits like oranges, lemons etc. Also limit the intake of salt, sugar, animal protein, and foods rich in oxalate such as spinach, almonds, peanuts etc.
Side effects of Alkamax MB Oral Solution
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Alkamax MB
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach pain
How to use Alkamax MB Oral Solution
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Alkamax MB6 Oral Solution Raspberry Sugar Free is to be taken with food.
How Alkamax MB Oral Solution works
Alkamax MB6 Oral Solution Raspberry Sugar Free is a combination of three medicines: Potassium Citrate, Magnesium Citrate and Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) which prevent kidney stones. Potassium Citrate and Magnesium Citrate raise urine pH and prevents the formation, growth and aggregation of crystals in the kidneys, thereby preventing stones. Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) is added as its deficiency is associated with increased synthesis of oxalate, which is one of the constituents of kidney stones.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Alkamax MB6 Oral Solution Raspberry Sugar Free. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Alkamax MB6 Oral Solution Raspberry Sugar Free during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Alkamax MB6 Oral Solution Raspberry Sugar Free during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Alkamax MB6 Oral Solution Raspberry Sugar Free alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Alkamax MB6 Oral Solution Raspberry Sugar Free in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Alkamax MB6 Oral Solution Raspberry Sugar Free in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Alkamax MB Oral Solution?
If you miss a dose of Alkamax MB6 Oral Solution Raspberry Sugar Free, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Always measure the solution with a cup cap and dilute it with a glass of water before taking it.
- Alkamax MB6 Oral Solution Raspberry Sugar Free is prescribed for the treatment and prevention of kidney stones.
- Take adequate water or fluids while taking Alkamax MB6 Oral Solution Raspberry Sugar Free to prevent kidney stones.
- You can also include citric acid-rich food in your diet like grapefruit, oranges, lemons, or limes to prevent kidney stones.
- Inform your doctor if you have any kidney or heart disease or high potassium levels in your blood.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
UROLOGY
Patient concerns
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FAQs
Q. How should I take Alkamax MB6 Oral Solution Raspberry Sugar Free?
Alkamax MB6 Oral Solution Raspberry Sugar Free should be taken as directed by the treating doctor. Always dilute the dosage recommended by your doctor with one glass of water, before taking it.
Q. Who should not take Alkamax MB6 Oral Solution Raspberry Sugar Free?
Alkamax MB6 Oral Solution Raspberry Sugar Free should not be taken by people who suffer from high potassium levels (hyperkalemia) as it may lead to rise of potassium to even higher levels that can cause a cardiac arrest. Such people include those with chronic renal failure, uncontrolled diabetes mellitus, acute dehydration, those who do strenuous exercise, or suffer from adrenal insufficiency, extensive tissue breakdown, or those taking potassium-sparing agents (such as triamterene, spironolactone or amiloride). People with delayed gastric emptying, esophageal compression, intestinal obstruction or stricture, or those taking anticholinergic medications should also refrain from taking Alkamax MB6 Oral Solution Raspberry Sugar Free. People who have peptic ulcer disease, active urinary tract infection, or renal insufficiency (glomerular filtration rate of less than 0.7 ml/kg/min) should also not take Alkamax MB6 Oral Solution Raspberry Sugar Free. If you have any further doubts, please consult your doctor.
Q. Can I take Alkamax MB6 Oral Solution Raspberry Sugar Free in pregnancy?
There is no clarity on the use of Alkamax MB6 Oral Solution Raspberry Sugar Free in pregnancy. However, if you are pregnant or planning to conceive, consult your doctor before taking Alkamax MB6 Oral Solution Raspberry Sugar Free. You may take it only if prescribed by your doctor.
Q. Are there any foods that may be avoided while taking Alkamax MB6 Oral Solution Raspberry Sugar Free?
Yes, certain foods containing high levels of potassium such as almonds, apricots, bananas, beans (lima, pinto, white), cantaloupe, carrot juice (canned), figs, grapefruit juice, halibut, milk, oat bran, potato (with skin), salmon, spinach, etc., must be avoided while taking Alkamax MB6 Oral Solution Raspberry Sugar Free. It is advised to consult a dietitian, to get a diet that suits your body requirements.
Q. What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Alkamax MB6 Oral Solution Raspberry Sugar Free?
Before starting treatment with Alkamax MB6 Oral Solution Raspberry Sugar Free, tell your doctor if you have any other health problems, like kidney, stomach or heart-related issues. This is because certain medical conditions may affect your treatment and you may even need dose modifications. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are planning a baby, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Q. What medicines should I avoid while on treatment with Alkamax MB6 Oral Solution Raspberry Sugar Free?
Medicines containing containing potassium or those that raise potassium levels such as potassium-sparing diuretics, Angiotensin Receptor Blockers (ARBs such as irbesartan, valsartan, losartan and candesartan), Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme inhibitors (ACE inhibitors such as captopril, enalapril, lisinopril), Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs such as ibuprofen), certain nutritional supplements, etc., must be stopped before starting treatment with Alkamax MB6 Oral Solution Raspberry Sugar Free. Let your doctor know if you are taking any medicines or supplements before taking Alkamax MB6 Oral Solution Raspberry Sugar Free.
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References
Potassium Citrate. San Antoni, Texas: Mission Pharmacal Company; 1985 [revised Dec. 2009]. [Accessed on 6 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Pyridoxine. Wrexham, UK: CP Pharmaceuticals Ltd.; 2015. [Accessed 05 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Country of origin: India
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