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alkali citrate — Definition
alkali sitrat / alkali citrate
Alkali citrate is a potassium or sodium salt formulation that converts bicarbonate as metabolized in the body and increases the pH of urine. It is often used in the treatment of uric acid and systin stones, especially to prevent kidney stone formation. It is also prescribed to regulate acid-base balance in metabolic acidosis states. This drug prevents stone crystallization by providing urine alkalinization and relieves the discomfort caused by acidic urine.
Frequently Asked Questions
❓ What is alkali sitrat?
alkali sitrat; alkali citrate is a potassium or sodium salt formulation that converts bicarbonate as metabolized in the body and increases the pH of urine. It is often used in the treatment of uric acid and systin stones, especially to prevent kidney stone formation. It is also prescribed to regulate acid-base balance in metabolic acidosis states. This drug prevents stone crystallization by providing urine alkalinization and relieves the discomfort caused by acidic urine.
❓ What is alkali citrate in Turkish?
The Turkish equivalent of "alkali citrate" is alkali sitrat.
❓ Which medical field is alkali sitrat related to?
This term belongs to the Drugs category.