Potassium Citrate ER (Urocit-K) Pros and Cons
- Potassium citrate ER is effective in treating and preventing kidney stones.
- It works for both calcium oxalate and uric acid stones.
- There is a low-cost generic available.
- This medication is safe for people with liver problems.
- You need to take potassium citrate ER 2-3 times a day.
- Period blood tests and ECGs are necessary while on this medicine.
- It may not be safe for people with kidney failure, stomach ulcers, hyperkalemia (high blood potassium levels), or an active urinary tract infection.
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