How does Carmicide Adults Liquid work?

Carmicide Adults Liquid is a combination of two medicines: Citric acid and Sodium citrate. Citric acid and sodium citrate are alkaline in nature and work by neutralizing the blood and urine acids.

Does Carmicide Adults Liquid cause diarrhea?

Carmicide Adults Liquid may cause diarrhoea with prolonged use. So, please do not use it more often than recommended by your doctor.

Can I take Carmicide Adults Liquid with antacids?

Carmicide Adults Liquid should not be used along with antacids as it may cause electrolyte imbalances. So, before taking Carmicide Adults Liquid , inform your doctor about all the prescription or non-prescription medicines you are taking.

Can I take Carmicide Adults Liquid with food?

Carmicide Adults Liquid should be taken within 30 minutes after meals to prevent gastrointestinal side-effects such as the upset stomach, vomiting, and diarrhoea. It is also recommended to drink plenty of fluids to prevent side-effects.

Is Carmicide Adults Liquid safe in elderly patients?

A Carmicide Adults Liquid can be used in elderly patients diagnosed with gout, kidney stones, or metabolic acidosis when prescribed by your doctor.

When should I take this Carmicide Adults Liquid ?

Carmicide Adults Liquid should be administered after meals and before bedtime as it allows to maintain an alkaline urinary pH around the clock. However, follow your doctor’s instructions regarding dosage and frequency of Carmicide Adults Liquid .

Are there any side effects?

The common side effects of Carmicide Adults Liquid are diarrhoea, upset stomach, nausea, and vomiting. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Does Carmicide Adults Liquid interact with other medicines?

Yes, Carmicide Adults Liquid can interact with an antacid containing aluminium (aluminium hydroxide) as it may cause aluminium toxicity. It may also interact with other antacids, pain killer (aspirin), antipsychotic medication (lithium), a medication used to treat urinary tract infection (methenamine), and a medication used to treat arrhythmia (quinidine). Therefore, it's important to inform your doctor about all the medications you are taking to avoid any potential interactions.

What happens if I take too much of Carmicide Adults Liquid ?

Taking too much Carmicide Adults Liquid can lead to severe side effects such as diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, hypernoia (excessive mental activity or imagination), and convulsions. If you have taken more than the prescribed dose, please consult your doctor immediately.

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Carmicide Adults Liquid is used to prevent gout, kidney stones, and treat metabolic acidosis in patients with kidney diseases. It contains Citric acid and Sodium citrate. Citric acid prevents the formation of deposits by binding with the salts, and it also breaks down the small deposits that are beginning to form. Sodium citrate is metabolized to sodium bicarbonate in the body. It is alkaline in nature and works by neutralizing the acids in the blood and urine, thereby preventing the accumulation of salts in the body. It may cause side effects such as diarrhoea, upset stomach, nausea, and vomiting. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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About Carmicide Adults Liquid

Carmicide Adults Liquid belongs to the class of medications called ‘Alkalinizing agents’ used to prevent gout, kidney stones, and treat metabolic acidosis in patients with kidney diseases. Gout is a type of arthritis in which uric acid crystals are deposited in the joints leading to severe pain, redness, and swelling in the joints. A kidney stone is a condition in which hard deposits are accumulated in the kidney forming stones. Metabolic acidosis is a condition in which excess acid is accumulated in the body due to kidney failure.

Carmicide Adults Liquid is a combination of two medicines: Citric acid and Sodium citrate. Citric acid prevents the formation of deposits by binding with the salts, and it also breaks down the small deposits that are beginning to form. Sodium citrate is metabolized to sodium bicarbonate in the body. It is alkaline in nature and works by neutralizing the acids in the blood and urine, thereby preventing the accumulation of salts in the body.

You should take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. Carmicide Adults Liquid may cause side-effects such as diarrhoea, upset stomach, nausea, and vomiting. These side-effects are mild and temporary. However, inform your doctor if any of these side-effects persist or get worsen.

Do not take Carmicide Adults Liquid if you are allergic to Citric acid, Sodium citrate, or any other ingredients present in it. It should not be used in patients with severe kidney failure, severe heart damage, severe dehydration, heat cramps, Addison’s disease (an adrenal gland disorder), and hyperkalemia (high potassium levels in the blood). Before taking Carmicide Adults Liquid , inform your doctor if you have hypertension (high blood pressure), heart attack history, oedema (fluid retention), urinary problems, or chronic diarrhoea. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Uses of Carmicide Adults Liquid

Treatment of Gout, Kidney stones and Metabolic acidosis.

Directions for Use

Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack; shake the pack well before each use.

Medicinal Benefits

Carmicide Adults Liquid is a combination of two medicines: Citric acid and Sodium citrate. Citric acid prevents the formation of deposits by binding with the salts, and it also breaks down the small deposits that are beginning to form. Sodium citrate is metabolized to sodium bicarbonate in the body. It is alkaline in nature and work by neutralizing the acids in the blood and urine. Carmicide Adults Liquid reduces the crystallization of stone-forming salts such as calcium oxalate (in kidney stones) and uric acid (in gout) effectively.

How Carmicide Adults Liquid Works

Carmicide Adults Liquid is a combination of two medicines: Citric acid and Sodium citrate. Citric acid prevents the formation of deposits by binding with the salts, and it also breaks down the small deposits that are beginning to form. Sodium citrate is metabolized to sodium bicarbonate in the body. It is alkaline in nature and works by neutralizing the acids in the blood and urine, thereby preventing the accumulation of salts in the body.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

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Side Effects of Carmicide Adults Liquid

Diarrhea
Upset stomach
Nausea
Vomiting

What if I have taken an overdose of Carmicide Adults Liquid

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Carmicide Adults Liquid as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include seizures (fits) and muscle spasms. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Carmicide Adults Liquid should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease, heart diseases, hypertension (high blood pressure), electrolyte imbalances, urination problems, toxaemia of pregnancy (high blood pressure during pregnancy), oedema (swelling), and chronic diarrhoea. Do not take antacids without consulting your doctor while using Carmicide Adults Liquid as it may lead to electrolyte imbalances. Do not take food containing sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) or foods high in salt as they may worsen your condition. Stop using Carmicide Adults Liquid and consult a doctor immediately if you notice muscle twitching, swelling, weakness, mood changes, weight gain, increased heart rate, black or tarry stools, severe diarrhoea, or convulsions (fits) while using Carmicide Adults Liquid .

Drug-Drug Interactions

Sodium citrateLevofloxacin

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Sodium citrateDihydroxialumini sodium carbonate

Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Sodium citrateLevofloxacin

Severe

How does the drug interact with Carmicide Adults Liquid 100 ml:
Co-administration of Levofloxacin and Carmicide Adults Liquid 100 ml together may increase the risk of developing side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Carmicide Adults Liquid 100 ml and Levofloxacin, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience flank pain, painful urination, or blood in the urine, consult the doctor. It is advised to drink plenty of fluids during treatment with Levofloxacin. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

Sodium citrateDihydroxialumini sodium carbonate

Severe

How does the drug interact with Carmicide Adults Liquid 100 ml:
Co-administration of Dihydroxialumini sodium carbonate and Carmicide Adults Liquid 100 ml may increase aluminum levels and risk of developing side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Carmicide Adults Liquid 100 ml and Dihydroxialumini sodium carbonate together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, constipation, loss of appetite, pain when you urinate, tiredness, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremor, incoordination, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.

Sodium citrateAluminium hydroxide

Severe

How does the drug interact with Carmicide Adults Liquid 100 ml:
Co-administration of Aluminium hydroxide and Carmicide Adults Liquid 100 ml may increase aluminum levels and risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Carmicide Adults Liquid 100 ml and Aluminium hydroxide, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience symptoms like severe stomach pain, constipation, loss of appetite, pain when you urinate, muscle weakness, tiredness nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.

Sodium citrateDoxycycline

Severe

How does the drug interact with Carmicide Adults Liquid 100 ml:
Coadministration of Carmicide Adults Liquid 100 ml with Doxycycline can reduce the effectiveness of Doxycycline.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Carmicide Adults Liquid 100 ml with Doxycycline can possibly result in decreased efficacy, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. It is advised to separate Carmicide Adults Liquid 100 ml and doxycycline by three to four hours. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.