Alkafizz Lemon Granules
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Used as an electrolyte replenisher and for the management of metabolic acidosis.
Dosage (summary)
Dissolve 4 g in water and take as directed by a healthcare professional.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset of action typically occurs within 30 minutes.
Special Populations
- Elderly patients
- Patients with renal impairment
- Patients with cardiovascular disease
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Consult a healthcare professional before use during pregnancy or lactation.
Key Drug Interactions
- May interact with other medications that affect electrolyte balance.
- Caution with concurrent use of potassium-sparing diuretics.
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to any of the active ingredients.
- Severe renal impairment.
- Metabolic or respiratory alkalosis.
Common side effects
- Gastrointestinal discomfort
- Nausea
- Flatulence
- Diarrhea
Counselling Points
- Instruct patients to dissolve the powder completely in water before consumption.
- Advise patients to monitor for any gastrointestinal side effects.
- Encourage patients to maintain adequate hydration.
Serious warnings
- Use with caution in patients with heart failure or hypertension due to sodium content.
- Monitor electrolyte levels in patients with renal impairment.
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