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Citafro Syrup

Salt Synonyms
dhc
Storage
Store below 25°C

Product introduction

Citafro Syrup is a medicine used in the treatment of gout and kidney stones. It stops the production of uric acid in the body and reduces the episodes of gout attack and prevent kidney stones.

Citafro Syrup is used to treat gout.

Benefits of Citafro Syrup

In Treatment of Kidney stone

Citafro Syrup helps to treat and prevent the formation of kidney stones. It inhibits stone formation and breaks up small stones that are beginning to form. This medicine helps to form a protective coating on the existing stones and helps prevent other particles from sticking to their surface and becoming bigger in size.

Keep taking Citafro Syrup as prescribed to get the most benefit. Eat citrus-rich fruits such as lemons, oranges, etc., and drink adequate amounts of fluids to prevent the formation of kidney stones.

In Treatment of Gout

Citafro Syrup is used to prevent and treat gout. Gout is caused by too much uric acid in your body. When the level becomes too high, crystals may form in and around certain joints and your kidneys. This can cause sudden and severe pain, redness, warmth, and swelling. This medicine works by preventing crystals from forming and reducing the levels of uric acid in your blood. This makes it less likely that you will suffer the symptoms and make them milder if you do have them. It is usually for long-term treatment and should be taken regularly until the dose is completed.

Side effects of Citafro Syrup

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 Citafro

  • Mood swings
  • Nausea
  • Tiredness
  • Frequent urge to urinate
  • Vomiting
  • Stomach cramp
  • Flatulence
  • Diuresis

How to use Citafro Syrup

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. Citafro Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Citafro Syrup. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Citafro Syrup during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Citafro Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Citafro Syrup alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Citafro Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Citafro Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Citafro Syrup in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • Citafro Syrup should be taken after meals along with a glass full of water or fruit juice to avoid stomach upset.
  • Keep taking it as suggested by the doctor to get the most benefits.
  • You might experience stomach pain while taking this medicine. Inform your doctor if it bothers you.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
  • Citafro Syrup should be taken after meals along with a glass full of water or fruit juice to avoid stomach upset.
  • Keep taking it as suggested by the doctor to get the most benefits.
  • You might experience stomach pain while taking this medicine. Inform your doctor if it bothers you.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
  • Citafro Syrup should be taken after meals along with a glass full of water or fruit juice to avoid stomach upset.
  • Keep taking it as suggested by the doctor to get the most benefits.
  • You might experience stomach pain while taking this medicine. Inform your doctor if it bothers you.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Tricarboxylic Acids Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
UROLOGY
Action Class
Uricosuric agent-gout

Patient concerns

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Right kidney stone, left kidney stone
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Diabetology
you need to consult a Urologist for stone removal
had kidney stone since last 1 yr got sonography done today .attached report here please advice the next steps. .
Dr. Ankur Kumar Tanwar
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Use our kit gor kidney stone ,
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FAQs

Q. How do you use Citafro Syrup?

Citafro Syrup should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Shake the bottle well before each use. Mix it in a glass of water or juice as advised by your doctor. Avoid taking Citafro Syrup on an empty stomach if diarrhea occurs. Drink plenty of fluids while taking this medicine to avoid stomach upset.

Q. How long does it take to work?

Citafro Syrup taken few minutes to start working and its effect lasts for around four to six hours. Do not skip doses and use it for the duration prescribed by your doctor for maximum benefits.

Q. What if I overdose?

Taking Citafro Syrup in more quantity as recommended by your doctor, will not help you recover faster. However, it may only expose you to increased side effects only. Therefore, it is advised that you take it as per the directions given by your doctor and do not double the dose, even if you forget to take your usual dose.

Q. What is the function of Citafro Syrup?

Citafro Syrup is a urine alkaliser that decreases the production of uric acid. Therefore, it helps in the treatment and prevention of kidney stones and gout.

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References

  1. Disodium Hydrogen Citrate. Guildford, Surrey: Sanofi; 2009 [revised 16 Sep. 2013]. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Drugs.com. Sodium citrate. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

Marketer details

Name: Medilente Pharma Pvt Ltd
Address: Medilente Pharma Pvt Ltd., Rahul Rawat (Executive Director), PLot No. 357-A, Ist Floor, Industrial Area, Phase -1, Panchkula (Haryana)
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025

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Email ID: [email protected]
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

MRP
46
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100.0 ml in 1 bottle
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