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Potrate MB6 Solution

Manufactured byINTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
ContainsMagnesium Citrate (375 mg/5 ml) + Potassium Citrate (1100 mg/5 ml) + Pyridoxine (20 mg/5 ml)
Description
Potrate MB6 Solution is a combination of Potassium Citrate, Magnesium Citrate, and Pyridoxine. It is used for the prevention and treatment of kidney stones. It also helps to relieve pain or a burning sensation during urination. It works by making your urine less acidic. Thus it raises the pH of your urine, preventing the formation, growth, and accumulation of crystals in your kidneys, thereby preventing kidney stones. Potrate MB6 Solution may cause side effects such as upset stomach, diarrhoea, nausea, etc. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or become severe. Potrate MB6 Solution should be taken exactly as advised by your doctor. Take it at the same time every day to maintain a constant level of this medicine in your body. Avoid taking more or less than the recommended dose. Potrate MB6 Solution should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor about all your current medicines to avoid any undesired effects. If you are pregnant or are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking Potrate MB6 Solution.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Potrate MB6 Solution

  • Nausea and Vomiting
  • Increased heartbeat
  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomach discomfort

Uses of Potrate MB6 Solution

What is it prescribed for?

  • Kidney stones
  • Adjuvant in gout therapy
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for Potrate MB6 Solution to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Potrate MB6 Solution remains active in your body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Potrate MB6 Solution.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Potrate MB6 Solution is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless necessary. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Potrate MB6 Solution is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

Allergy

Avoid taking Potrate MB6 Solution if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Hyperkalaemia

Hyperkalaemia is a condition of high blood potassium levels. Potrate MB6 Solution is not recommended for use if you have hyperkalaemia as it may further increase your blood potassium levels and cause heart rhythm problems.

Urinary Tract Infection

Urinary tract infection is an infection in any part of the urinary system, the kidneys, bladder (an organ that stores urine), or urethra (a tube that carries urine from your bladder to the exterior of the body for the removal of urine). Potrate MB6 Solution is not recommended if you have urinary tract infection as it may worsen your condition.

Severe kidney impairment

Severe kidney disease is a condition with a loss of kidney function. Potrate MB6 Solution is not recommended for use if you have severe kidney problems characterised by azotemia (high blood levels of urea and creatinine), oliguria (reduced urine output), or anuria (when the kidneys stop producing urine). This medicine is eliminated by the kidneys and when used during such conditions, it may increase your risk of hyperkalaemia (high blood potassium levels) and heart rhythm problems due to the accumulation of this medicine in your body.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Potrate MB6 Solution is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless necessary. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

Breast-feeding

Potrate MB6 Solution is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings

Other medicines

Potrate MB6 Solution may interact with other medicines and cause undesired effects. Inform your doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs or supplements before taking this medicine.

Gastrointestinal irritation

Gastrointestinal irritation is problem-related to your digestive system. Potrate MB6 Solution may cause gastrointestinal irritation, hence should be used with extreme caution if you have stomach and intestinal problems.

Use in children

Potrate MB6 Solution is not recommended for use in children less than 18 years of age as the safety and efficacy data are not clinically established.

Missed Dose

Try not to skip a dose of Potrate MB6 Solution. Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed one. Do not double the dose to compensate for the missed dose.

Overdose

Do not take more doses than what is prescribed by your doctor. Contact your doctor if you suspect an overdose with Potrate MB6 Solution .
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Aliskiren

Potassium sparing diuretics

Disease interactions

Dehydration

Dehydration is loss of fluids from your body due to severe vomiting, diarrhoea, etc. Potrate MB6 Solution should be used with caution in severe dehydration due to the increased risk of kidney damage. Your electrolyte levels will be closely monitored by your doctor during treatment with this medicine.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Potrate MB6 Solution exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller quantities or for a longer duration than recommended. Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects that persist or worsen. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous

To be taken after food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Potrate MB6 Solution is a combination of Potassium Citrate, Magnesium Citrate and Pyridoxine. Magnesium Citrate and Potassium Citrate works by making your urine less acidic. Thus it raises the pH of your urine, preventing the formation, growth, and accumulation of crystals in your kidneys, thereby preventing kidney stones. Pyridoxine helps to reduce oxalate production and thus prevents kidney stone formation.
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Classification

Category

Urinary alkalinizing agent, Urinary ph modifiers, Vitamins

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 29 Dec 2021

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