Urocit-K(Oral)

You should not use potassium citrate if you have:

• high levels of potassium in your blood (hyperkalemia);
• kidney failure;
• a bladder or kidney infection;
• untreated or uncontrolled diabetes;
• an adrenal gland disorder;
• a blockage in your intestines;
• problems with your esophagus, stomach, or intestines that affect swallowing or digestion;
• a peptic ulcer in your stomach;
• wasting syndrome;
• a large tissue injury (such as a severe burn);
• if you are dehydrated or malnourished; or
• if you take a "potassium-sparing" diuretic (amiloride, eplerenone, spironolactone, or triamterene).

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

• kidney problems other than kidney stones;
• too much acid in your body (acidosis);
• a stomach ulcer;
• heart problems; or
• chronic diarrhea (such as ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease).

It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

It may not be safe to breastfeed while using this medicine. Ask your doctor about any risk.

Potassium citrate is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.