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Last Updated Oct 9, 2024 | 12:37 PM IST
Crantract Sugar Free Oral Suspension is a combination medicine used in the treatment of urinary tract infection/cystisis. This medicine works by stopping the bacteria from attaching to the bladder cell membrane, thereby reducing the spread of infection. This medicine may cause common side effects like abdominal discomfort, nausea, and vomiting.
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Manufacturer/Marketer

Ppp Pharmaceuticals

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-26

About Crantract Sugar Free Oral Suspension

Crantract Sugar Free Oral Suspension is indicated for the treatment of urinary tract infection. It may also help provide relief from burning sensations during urination. Urinary tract infection is an infection occurring in any part of the urinary tract, the kidneys, urethra, or bladder. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, fever, pelvic pain, pain during urination, increased urge to urinate, and blood in the urine. 

Crantract Sugar Free Oral Suspension is a combination of three drugs, namely: Potassium Magnesium citrate, Cranberry extract and D-Mannose. Crantract Sugar Free Oral Suspension works by preventing the bacteria from attaching to the bladder cell membrane. It hence finds use in addressing urinary tract infections and helps alleviate its symptoms such as hesitancy, poor stream of urine and smelly urine.
 
You are advised to take Crantract Sugar Free Oral Suspension for as long as your doctor has advised it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as abdominal discomfort, 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 Crantract Sugar Free Oral Suspension if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Crantract Sugar Free Oral Suspension is not recommended for patients with renal insufficiency as it might increase the risk for the development of hyperkalaemia (high potassium levels) and soft tissue calcification. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects. Consult your doctor before giving Crantract Sugar Free Oral Suspension to children.

Uses of Crantract Sugar Free Oral Suspension

Treatment of Urinary tract infections

Medicinal Benefits

Crantract Sugar Free Oral Suspension is a combination of three drugs, namely: Potassium magnesium citrate, Cranberry extract and D-Mannose. Crantract Sugar Free Oral Suspension is indicated for the treatment of urinary tract infections. It also helps provide relief from burning sensations during urination. Potassium Magnesium citrate makes the urine less acidic by raising the pH, thereby reducing irritation while urination. Cranberry extract and D-Mannose work by preventing the bacteria from attaching to the bladder cell membrane. Crantract Sugar Free Oral Suspension hence finds use in addressing urinary tract infection and helps alleviate its symptoms such as hesitancy, poor stream of urine and smelly urine. 

Directions for Use

Tablet/capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.Liquid/Suspension: Check the label for directions and take it as advised by the doctor.Powder: Dissolve the contents of the sachet in a glass of water and drink it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Crantract Sugar Free Oral Suspension

  • Abdominal discomfort

  • Vomiting

  • Nausea

Drug Warnings

Do not take Crantract Sugar Free Oral Suspension if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor 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, renal insufficiency or gastrointestinal lesions. If you experience severe vomiting, gastrointestinal bleeding or abdominal pain, stop taking Crantract Sugar Free Oral Suspension and consult a doctor immediately. Consult your doctor before taking Crantract Sugar Free Oral Suspension if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Crantract Sugar Free Oral Suspension may have an interaction with diuretics (triamterene, spironolactone, amiloride), mood stabiliser (lithium) antibiotic (methenamine) and anticholinergic drugs (atropine).

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, diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, kidney disease and lactose intolerance.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • TRIAMTERENE
  • SPIRONOLACTONE
  • AMILORIDE
  • LITHIUM
  • METHENAMINE
  • ATROPINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Drink plenty of fluids as they help in flushing out excess minerals.
  • Maintain a healthy weight by exercising regularly.
  • Practise personal hygiene. Wash and clean your private parts.
  • Avoid wearing tight, synthetic underwear.
  • Avoid using vaginal douches and sprays.
  • Do not wipe from front to back or vice versa after passing motion as this may displace bacteria from the vagina to the anus and vice versa.
  • Always pee after sexual intercourse.
  • Holding back urine causes bacteria to grow. Always go to the loo whenever you feel the urge.

Special Advise

 

Disease/Condition Glossary

Urinary tract infection: It is the infection occurring in any part of the urinary tract, the kidneys, urethra, or bladder. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, fever, pelvic pain, pain during urination, increased urge to urinate, and blood in the urine.

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Alcohol

Caution

Exercise caution before taking alcohol with Crantract Sugar Free Oral Suspension . Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Your doctor will suggest only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will decide if Crantract Sugar Free Oral Suspension can be taken during breastfeeding or not.

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Driving

Safe

Crantract Sugar Free Oral Suspension is unlikely to affect your ability to drive.

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Liver

Caution

Please consult your doctor in case of any concerns regarding the usage of Crantract Sugar Free Oral Suspension in patients with liver problems.

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Kidney

Caution

Crantract Sugar Free Oral Suspension should be used with caution in case of renal disease. Please consult your doctor in case of any concerns.

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Children

Caution

Exercise caution before using Crantract Sugar Free Oral Suspension in children. Consult a child specialist in case of any concerns.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

No.35, 16, Canal Bank Rd, Cit Nagar East, Cit Nagar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600035
Other Info - CRA0144

FAQs

Crantract Sugar Free Oral Suspension is indicated for the treatment of urinary tract infection. It may also help relieve burning sensations during urination.
Crantract Sugar Free Oral Suspension works by preventing the bacteria from attaching to the bladder cell membrane. Thereby, treats urinary tract infections.
To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Crantract Sugar Free Oral Suspension for as long as advised. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Crantract Sugar Free Oral Suspension .
In case you miss a dose of Crantract Sugar Free Oral Suspension , take it as soon as possible. However, if it is too close to the next dose, revert to the original schedule.
UTI is commonly caused by an abnormal rise in the normal concentrations of tract flora, namely a bacteria called E. coli. It is common in females due to a shorter length of the urethra.

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