Generic equivalent of POTASSIUM CITRATE, POTASSIUM CITRATE EXTENDED RELEASE
5 SKUs available · In stock · NABP accredited · DSCSA compliant
Potassium citrate is the generic equivalent of the brand-name drug POTASSIUM CITRATE, POTASSIUM CITRATE EXTENDED RELEASE. Licensed pharmacies, clinics, doctor's offices, and veterinary practices can source wholesale Potassium citrate through Premier Pharma with same-day fulfillment on in-stock SKUs.
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Potassium citrate extended-release tablets are a citrate salt of potassium indicated for the management of: Renal tubular acidosis (RTA) with calcium stones (1.1) Hypocitraturic calcium oxalate nephrolithiasis of any etiology (1.2) Uric acid lithiasis with or without calcium stones (1.3) 1.1 Renal Tubular Acidosis (RTA) with Calcium Stones Potassium citrate is indicated for the management of renal tubular acidosis [see Clinical Studies (14.1)]. 1.2 Hypocitraturic Calcium Oxalate Nephrolithiasis of any Etiology Potassium citrate is indicated for the management of Hypocitraturic calcium oxalate nephrolithiasis [see Clinical Studies (14.2)] . 1.3 Uric Acid Lithiasis with…
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS Some patients may develop minor gastrointestinal complaints such as abdominal discomfort, vomiting, diarrhea, loose bowel movements or nausea. These may be alleviated by taking the dose with meals or snacks or by reducing the dosage (6.1) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Camber Pharmaceuticals, Inc., at 1-866-495-8330 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. 6.1 Postmarketing Experience Some patients may develop minor gastrointestinal complaints during…
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS The following drug interactions may occur with potassium citrate: Potassium-sparing diuretics: concomitant administration should be avoided since the simultaneous administration of these agents can produce severe hyperkalemia (7.1) Drugs that slow gastrointestinal transit time: These agents (such as anticholinergics) can be expected to increase the gastrointestinal irritation produced by potassium salts (7.2) Renin-angiotensin-aldosterone inhibitors: Monitor for hyperkalemia…
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Objective: To restore normal urinary citrate (greater than 320 mg/day and as close to the normal mean of 640 mg/day as possible), and to increase urinary pH to a level of 6.0 to 7.0. Severe hypocitraturia (urinary citrate 150 mg/day): therapy should be initiated at 30 mEq per day; a dose of 15 mEq two times per day or 10 mEq three times per day with meals or within 30 minutes after meals or bedtime snack (2.3) 2.1 Dosing Instructions Treatment with extended release po…
17 PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION 17.1 Administration of Drug Tell patients to take each dose without crushing, chewing or sucking the tablet. Tell patients to take this medicine only as directed. This is especially important if the patient is also taking both diuretics and digitalis preparations. Tell patients to check with the doctor if there is trouble swallowing tablets or if the tablet seems to stick in the throat. Tell patients to check with the doctor at once if tarry stools or other evidence of gastrointestinal bleeding is noticed. Tell patients that their doctor will perform regular b…
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| Name | Status |
|---|---|
| POTASSIUM CITRATE ER 10 MEQ 100 TAB Camber Pharmaceuticals, Inc | In Stock |
| POTASSIUM CITRATE ER 10 MEQ 100 TAB | 2-Day |
| POTASSIUM CITRATE ER 10MEQ 100 TABS | 2-Day |
| POTASSIUM CITRATE ER 15 MEQ 100 TAB | 2-Day |
| POTASSIUM CITRATE ER 5MEQ 100 TABS | 2-Day |
Premier Pharma stocks 5 Potassium citrate SKUs — 1 currently in stock — available to licensed pharmacies, clinics, doctor's offices, and veterinary practices. Potassium citrate is the generic equivalent of POTASSIUM CITRATE. Create a free account to see live wholesale pricing and place orders with same-day fulfillment for in-stock items.
Premier Pharma carries Potassium citrate in 10 meq/1, 15 meq/1, 5 meq/1 and TABLET, TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE. Available from manufacturers including Camber Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Potassium citrate carries an FDA Orange Book TE code of AB. Therapeutically equivalent — meets FDA bioequivalence requirements; may be substituted for the reference listed drug. Always verify substitution with the current Orange Book before dispensing.
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