Urinary Alkalinizers

Information About Urinary Alkalinizers

Uses of Urinary Alkalinizers

Urinary alkalinizers are usually used to aid removal of uric acid from the kidney, reducing risk of gout, and also can be used to reduce the acidity of the urine that is usually caused by bacterial infections of urinary tract.

How Urinary Alkalinizers Works

Urinary Alkalinizers works by reducing the acidity of the urine. Bacterial infections of the urinary tract can cause the urine to become more acidic than normal, resulting in painful and burning sensations when passing urine. Urinary Alkalinizers then reduces the acidity of the urine, providing effective relief from cystitis pain. Less acidic urine can also aids in the removal of uric acid from the kidneys, reducing the risk of gout and some forms of kidney stones (urate).

Side Effects of Urinary Alkalinizers

Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Stomach pain

Authorship

Written By

Dr Sri Viknarajan

MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)

Reviewed By

Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli

MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)

Urinary Alkalinizers Related Warnings

Alcohol Safe

There is no known interaction of Urinary Alkalinizers with alcohol.

Pregnancy Limited Data

There is limited data with regards to the use of Urinary Alkalinizers during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation Limited Data

Urinary Alkalinizers are probably safe to use during lactation. Please consult your doctor before use.

Driving Generally Safe

Urinary Alkalinizers should not affect the ability to drive.

Kidney Use With Care

Urinary Alkalinizers should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver Safe If Prescribed

Urinary Alkalinizer is generally safe for patients with liver disease.