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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Oct 9, 2024 | 12:38 PM IST
K-Mac Liquid is used to treat renal tubular acidosis and kidney stones. It contains Magnesium citrate and Potassium citrate which prevents the crystallisation, growth and accumulation of stone-forming salts. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as abdominal discomfort, diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. Before taking this medicine, inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

About K-Mac Liquid

K-Mac Liquid is indicated for the treatment of renal tubular acidosis and kidney stones due to low citric acid levels or high uric acid. 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.
 
K-Mac Liquid is a combination of two drugs, namely: Magnesium citrate and Potassium citrate. K-Mac Liquid 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 K-Mac Liquid for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain 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 you experience these side effects persistently.
 
Consult your doctor before taking K-Mac Liquid if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. K-Mac Liquid is not recommended for children as safety and effectiveness have not been established. It is not known if alcohol interacts with K-Mac Liquid , so please consult a doctor. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

Uses of K-Mac Liquid

Treatment of Kidney stones, renal tubular acidosis.

Medicinal Benefits

K-Mac Liquid is a combination of two drugs, namely: Magnesium citrate and Potassium citrate. K-Mac Liquid is indicated for the treatment of renal tubular acidosis with calcium stones, uric acid lithiasis with or without calcium stone, hypocitraturic calcium oxalate nephrolithiasis (kidney stones). K-Mac Liquid raises the urinary pH, potassium, magnesium and citric acid levels; this prevents the crystallisation, growth and accumulation of stone-forming salts. 

Directions for Use

Check the label for directions before use. The prescribed dose of K-Mac Liquid should be diluted with a glass of water and taken after meals/bedtime or as advised by the doctor.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of K-Mac Liquid

  • Abdominal discomfort
  • Diarrhoea
  • Vomiting
  • Nausea

Drug Warnings

Do not take K-Mac Liquid if you are allergic to any of its components; if you have hyperkalaemia (high levels of potassium), delayed gastric emptying, intestinal obstruction, peptic ulcers, urinary tract infection, or renal insufficiency. Inform your doctor if you have gastrointestinal lesions. If you experience severe vomiting, gastrointestinal bleeding or abdominal pain, stop taking K-Mac Liquid and consult a doctor immediately. K-Mac Liquid is not recommended for children as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Consult your doctor before taking K-Mac Liquid if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: K-Mac Liquid 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 levels of potassium), 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 K-Mac Liquid . Please consult a doctor.

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Pregnancy

Caution

K-Mac Liquid belongs to pregnancy category C. 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 before taking K-Mac Liquid ; your doctor will decide whether K-Mac Liquid can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

K-Mac Liquid 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 K-Mac Liquid in patients with hepatic impairment. Please consult your doctor.

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Kidney

Unsafe

K-Mac Liquid 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 K-Mac Liquid in children have not been established.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

#1, Fourrts Avenue, Annai Indira Nagar, Okkiyam Thoraipakkam, Chennai, India.
Other Info - KMA0004

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FAQs

K-Mac Liquid contains Magnesium citrate and Potassium citrate. K-Mac Liquid raises the urinary pH, potassium, magnesium and citric acid levels; this prevents the crystallisation of stone-forming salts.
To treat your condition effectually, continue taking K-Mac Liquid for as long as prescribed. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you feel any difficulty while taking K-Mac Liquid .
Avoid taking K-Mac Liquid if you have peptic ulcers as K-Mac Liquid has ulcerogenic potential, which could lead to further ulceration.
Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of K-Mac Liquid . 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 K-Mac Liquid if you have an active urinary tract infection, as K-Mac Liquid increases the urinary pH, which might promote further bacterial growth.

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