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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Nov 23, 2024 | 4:31 PM IST
Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml is a combination medicine used in the treatment of Kidney stones and renal tubular acidosis. This medicine works by increasing the urinary pH, potassium, magnesium, and citric acid levels; thus preventing the crystallization, growth, and accumulation of stone-forming salts. It helps provide relief from a burning sensation during urination. Common side effects include abdominal discomfort, diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting.
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About Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml

Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml is indicated for the treatment of renal tubular acidosis and kidney stones. It also helps provide relief from burning sensation during urination. Kidney stones are small, hard deposits made up of calcium, phosphate and other minerals/acid salts that stick together in concentrated urine. Renal tubular acidosis is a condition in which the kidneys fail to excrete acids into the urine, this causes the blood to remain too acidic.
 
Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml is a combination of three drugs, namely: Magnesium citrate, Potassium citrate, and Pyridoxine. Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml raises the urinary pH, potassium, magnesium and citric acid levels; this prevents the crystallisation, growth and accumulation of stone-forming salts.
 
You are advised to take Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience common side effects such as abdominal discomfort, diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
 
Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml is not recommended for children as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml is not recommended for patients with renal insufficiency as it might increase the risk of developing hyperkalaemia (high potassium levels) and soft tissue calcification. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

Uses of Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml

Treatment of Kidney stones, renal tubular acidosis

Medicinal Benefits

Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml is a combination of three drugs, namely: Magnesium citrate, Potassium citrate, and Pyridoxine. Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml is indicated for the treatment of renal tubular acidosis, kidney stones, and prevents recurrence of calcium oxalate nephrolithiasis (calcium oxalate stones) and uric acid lithiasis (uric acid stones) with or without calcium stones. It also helps provide relief from burning sensation during urination. Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml raises the urinary pH, potassium, magnesium and citric acid levels; this prevents the crystallisation, growth and accumulation of stone-forming salts. 

Directions for Use

Tablet: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush or chew the tablet.Syrup/suspension/solution/liquid: The prescribed dose should be diluted with a glass of water and taken or as advised by the doctor.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml

  • Abdominal discomfort
  • Diarrhoea
  • Vomiting
  • Nausea

Drug Warnings

Do not take Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you have hyperkalaemia (high levels of potassium), chronic renal failure, uncontrolled diabetes mellitus, adrenal insufficiency, acute dehydration, oesophageal compression, delayed gastric emptying, intestinal obstruction, peptic ulcers, urinary tract infection, or renal insufficiency. Inform your doctor if you have hyperkalaemia or gastrointestinal lesions. If you experience severe vomiting, gastrointestinal bleeding or abdominal pain, stop taking Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml and consult a doctor immediately. Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml is not recommended for children as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml may interact with diuretics (triamterene, spironolactone, amiloride) and anticholinergic drugs.

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have hyperkalaemia (high potassium levels), delayed gastric emptying, intestinal obstruction, peptic ulcers, urinary tract infection, or renal insufficiency.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • TRIAMTERENE
  • SPIRONOLACTONE
  • AMILORIDE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Drink plenty of fluids as they help in flushing out excess minerals.

  • Limit salt intake. High amounts of salt can increase the risk of kidney stones.

  • Maintain a healthy weight by exercising regularly.

  • Avoid foods rich in oxalates, such as spinach, nuts, okra, dates, avocado, hot chocolate, cocoa, baked potato, french fries, and cereals, as they might increase the risk of oxalate stones.

  • Try maintaining optimum levels of calcium in the body as too little or high calcium can lead to kidney stones.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Kidney stones: Nephrolithiasis, also known as kidney stones, is a disease affecting the urinary tract. Kidney stones are small, hard deposits made up of calcium, phosphate and other minerals/acid salts that stick together in concentrated urine. They are the common cause of blood in urine and can be painful when passing through the urinary tract. Symptoms include severe pain, usually in one side of the abdomen and nausea. 

Renal tubular acidosis: It is a condition that involves the accumulation of acid in the body due to the failure of the kidneys to acidify the urine appropriately. The kidneys fail to excrete acids into the urine, which causes the blood to remain too acidic. If not treated, it could lead to kidney stones, bone disease, kidney disease or failure.

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Alcohol

Caution

It is not known if alcohol interacts with Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml. Please consult a doctor.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding; your doctor will decide whether Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml is unlikely to affect your ability to drive. However, you are advised to drive only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Limited information is available regarding the usage of Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml in patients with hepatic impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have liver problems or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Unsafe

Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml might cause soft tissue calcification and hyperkalaemia in patients with renal insufficiency. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Unsafe

The safety and effectiveness of Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml in children have not been established.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Scf-449, Second Floor, Motor Market New Motor Market, Chandigarh - 160101, India
Other Info - ALK0228

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FAQs

Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml is used to treat kidney stones and renal tubular acidosis (accumulation of acid in the body due to the failure of the kidneys to acidify the urine).
Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml raises the urinary pH, potassium, magnesium and citric acid levels; this prevents the crystallisation of stone-forming salts.
Avoid taking Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml if you have peptic ulcers, as Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml has ulcerogenic potential, which could lead to further ulceration.
Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you have severe diarrhoea consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.
Consult a doctor before taking Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml if you have an active urinary tract infection, as Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml increases the urinary pH, which might promote further bacterial growth.
Do not discontinue Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml for as long as prescribed. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you feel any difficulty while taking Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml.
Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml may cause common side effects such as abdominal discomfort, diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml should be used during pregnancy only if prescribed by the doctor. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Drink enough water and avoid being dehydrated. Include fruits and vegetables in your diet. Eat more calcium-rich foods like leafy, green vegetables, dairy products, salmon, sardines and avoid stone forming foods like spinach, rhubarb, tea, beets, and chocolate.
Do not take Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you have hyperkalaemia (high levels of potassium), chronic renal failure, uncontrolled diabetes mellitus, adrenal insufficiency, acute dehydration, oesophageal compression, delayed gastric emptying, intestinal obstruction, peptic ulcers, urinary tract infection, or renal insufficiency.
No interactions between Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml and food have been established. However, to prevent kidney stones you are advised to avoid foods rich in oxalates, such as spinach, nuts, dates, avocado, hot chocolate, cocoa, baked potato, french fries, and cereals. Also, avoid potassium rich foods like bananas, apricots, almonds, beans, and potato.
Before starting Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml inform the doctor if you have any other health conditions like hyperkalaemia or gastrointestinal lesions or if you are taking any other medicines.
Consult the doctor before taking Alkahelp-MB6 Sugar Free Syrup 200 ml with other medicines like potassium-sparing diuretics, pain killers, or anti-hypertensives.

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