Alkaston B-6 Oral Solution 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.
 
Alkaston B-6 Oral Solution is a combination of three drugs, namely: Magnesium citrate, Potassium citrate, and Pyridoxine. Alkaston B-6 Oral Solution 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 Alkaston B-6 Oral Solution 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. Alkaston B-6 Oral Solution is not recommended for children as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Alkaston B-6 Oral Solution 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.

Alkaston B-6 Oral Solution is a combination of three drugs, namely: Magnesium citrate, Potassium citrate, and Pyridoxine. Alkaston B-6 Oral Solution 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. Alkaston B-6 Oral Solution raises the urinary pH, potassium, magnesium and citric acid levels; this prevents the crystallisation, growth and accumulation of stone-forming salts. 

Do not take Alkaston B-6 Oral Solution 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 Alkaston B-6 Oral Solution and consult a doctor immediately. Alkaston B-6 Oral Solution is not recommended for children as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.