Potassium Citrate (Oral Route)

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Side Effects

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

Incidence not known
  • Abdominal or stomach discomfort
  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur:

Symptoms of overdose
  • Abdominal or stomach pain
  • Confusion
  • Difficult breathing
  • Irregular heartbeat
  • Nervousness
  • Numbness or tingling in the hands, feet, or lips
  • Shortness of breath
  • Weakness or heaviness of the legs

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Precautions
DR603411 Portions of this document last updated: Nov. 1, 2011

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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