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Alkel is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Alkel safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Alkel on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Alkel safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Alkel in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Alkel is unavailable.
What is the effect of Alkel on the Kidneys?
Alkel has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Alkel on the Liver?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Alkel on the liver, information on safety of Alkel for liver is unavailable.
What is the effect of Alkel on the Heart?
Alkel has very mild side effects on the heart.
Alkel should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Alkel unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Alkel habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Alkel has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Alkel will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Alkel is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Alkel in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Alkel
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Alkel together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Alkel
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Alkel and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Alkel can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Alkel contains disodium Hydrogen Citrate (an alkalinizing agent) which is metabolized into bicarbonate. Bicarbonate causes an increase in pH of urine (alkalinizes urine) by promoting the excretion of free bicarbonate ions, this leads to increase in solubility of cysteine which is present in the urine and this results in ionization of uric acid into more soluble urate ion. In this way Alkel works and helps the body to get rid of excessive uric acid.
Long-term use of Alkel along with inadequate intake of electrolytes may cause low potassium in your body by increasing the excretion of potassium in the urine. This can result in symptoms such as muscle cramps, weakness, and tiredness.
Yes, Alkel causes stomach cramps, this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you experience severe stomach cramps after taking this drug then discuss it with your doctor immediately.
Take it as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with food or without food but you are advised to take it after food with plenty of water to avoid stomach upset. Precautions must be taken in patients with hypocalcemia and renal disease.
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