Potassium Citrate Mixture 200ml (Brand May Vary)
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Potassium Citrate Mixture is an oral liquid medicine used to provide relief from the painful symptoms of cystitis and other urinary tract discomfort. This alkalinising agent works by making your urine less acidic, which can help reduce the burning sensation and discomfort associated with cystitis, offering effective symptomatic relief when you need it most.
Description
Potassium Citrate Mixture 200ml (Brand May Vary)
Potassium Citrate Mixture is an oral liquid medicine used to provide relief from the painful symptoms of cystitis and other urinary tract discomfort. This alkalinising agent works by making your urine less acidic, which can help reduce the burning sensation and discomfort associated with cystitis, offering effective symptomatic relief when you need it most.
How It Works
Potassium citrate works by alkalinising your urine, making it less acidic. When you have cystitis or other urinary tract irritation, your urine can become more acidic, which contributes to the burning, stinging sensation when you urinate. By reducing the acidity of your urine, potassium citrate helps to neutralise this effect and provide relief from painful urination. The medicine is absorbed into your bloodstream and then filtered by your kidneys into your urine, where it exerts its alkalinising effect.
Directions for Use
Adults and children over 6 years: Take 10ml (two 5ml spoonfuls) three times daily in water after meals.
Children under 6 years: Give half the adult dose or as directed by your doctor or pharmacist.
Always dilute the mixture in a glass of water before taking. Take the medicine after meals to reduce the risk of stomach upset. Continue treatment until symptoms improve, but do not use for more than 48 hours without consulting your doctor or pharmacist. If symptoms persist or worsen, seek medical advice.
Active Ingredients
Each 5ml contains:
- Potassium citrate 3g
The mixture also contains inactive ingredients including citric acid, quinine sulphate, lemon oil, syrup and purified water.
Possible Side Effects
Most people take potassium citrate mixture without any problems, but like all medicines, it can cause side effects in some people. Possible side effects may include:
- Nausea or stomach upset
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Abdominal discomfort
- High potassium levels in the blood (hyperkalaemia) with prolonged use
If you experience persistent stomach upset or any other concerning symptoms, stop taking the medicine and speak to your pharmacist or doctor.
Who Should Not Use This Product
Do not use Potassium Citrate Mixture if you:
- Are allergic to potassium citrate or any other ingredient in this medicine
- Have severe kidney problems
- Have high potassium levels in your blood (hyperkalaemia)
- Are taking certain heart medicines (ACE inhibitors, potassium-sparing diuretics)
- Have severe dehydration
Consult your doctor or pharmacist before use if you have kidney problems, heart problems, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or are taking any other medications. If you are on a low-salt diet, speak to your healthcare provider before using this medicine as it contains potassium.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place below 25°C. Do not refrigerate or freeze. Keep the bottle tightly closed and store in the original container to protect from light. Keep out of the sight and reach of children. Do not use after the expiry date shown on the bottle. Once opened, use within 28 days and write the date of opening on the bottle.
Important Information
All medicines can have side effects. Sometimes they are serious but most of the time they are not. Do not be alarmed by the list of possible side effects. You may not experience any of them. Ask your PillSorted pharmacist to answer any questions you may have.
If any of the following happen, stop taking the medicine and tell your pharmacist immediately or go to the Accident and Emergency department at your nearest hospital:
- Allergic reactions including swelling of the face, lips or tongue which may cause difficulty in swallowing or breathing
These are very serious side effects. If you have them, you may have had a serious allergic reaction to the medicine. You may need urgent medical attention or hospitalisation.
Patient Information Leaflet
For complete information about this medicine, please read the patient information leaflet included in the pack. You can also find detailed information about potassium citrate on the Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC) website and general information about cystitis and urinary tract health on the NHS website.
Reviewed by Zeinab Ardeshir (GPhC: 2075730), Superintendent Pharmacist at PillSorted (GPhC: 9011258). Last reviewed: April 2026.
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