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Citralka Syrup: Uses, Dosage & Side Effects in Pakistan

Citralka Syrup (Disodium Hydrogen Citrate) ke quick uses, dose guide, side effects, warnings, aur buying price range.

Compiled by the PakVita Editorial Team · AI-assisted drafting with editorial review · Sourced from DRAP, WHO, BNF · Last updated:

OTC

Form

TABLET

Strength

Disodium Hydrogen Citrate B.P. 1.53g

Manufacturer

Pfizer Inc.

Estimated price

Rs. 87

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Important warnings

  • Don't use Citralka Syrup if you are allergic to Disodium Hydrogen Citrate
  • Severe kidney disease patients should avoid
  • Individuals with severe liver disease

Citralka Syrup Uses, Dosage, Side Effects & Price in Pakistan

1. Quick Info (Mukhtasir Maloomat)

FieldDetails
Brand NameCitralka
Generic NameDisodium Hydrogen Citrate
StrengthDisodium Hydrogen Citrate B.P. 1.53g
FormSyrup
Drug ClassAlkalinizer
ManufacturerPfizer Inc.
PrescriptionRx (doctor ke baghair na lein)
PriceRs. 200 - 400 approx
Packaging100 ml bottle

2. What is Citralka Syrup? (Citralka Syrup kya hai)

Citralka Syrup is a medicine commonly prescribed in Pakistan for various conditions related to the urinary tract and kidney stones. It contains Disodium Hydrogen Citrate as its active ingredient, which helps alkalinize urine. This syrup works by neutralizing acidic substances in the body that can cause irritation or infection in the urinary system. Always follow your doctor's instructions regarding dosage and duration.

3. Uses (Fayde / Kis kaam aati hai)

  • Pyelitis
  • Cystitis
  • Urethritis
  • urolithiasis
  • Kidney stones
  • Uric acid stone
  • Reduce uric acid levels
  • Urinary tract infection
  • Renal tubular acidosis

4. Who Should Take (Kis ko leni chahiye)

  • Patients with urinary tract infections
  • Individuals suffering from kidney stones or urolithiasis
  • People with high uric acid levels

5. When NOT to Take (Kab nahi leni chahiye)

  • If you are allergic to Disodium Hydrogen Citrate
  • Severe kidney disease patients should avoid
  • Individuals with severe liver disease

6. Dosage (Kitni leni hai)

  • As prescribed
  • Weight-based dose
  • Recommended limit se zyada na len
  • Agar dose bhool jayein to yaad aane par le lein. Agar agli dose ka waqt qareeb ho to dose skip karein. Double dose kabhi na len.

7. How to Take (Kaise leni hai)

  • Once daily (roz ek dafa)
  • Same time (har din aik hi waqt)
  • Morning preferred (subah lena behtar)
  • With or without food (khane ke sath ya baghair)

8. Best Time (Kab leni chahiye)

  • Morning (subah)
  • Daily same time (routine maintain karein)

9. Empty Stomach or After Food (Khali pait ya khane ke baad)

  • Dono taraf se le sakte hain — khali pait ya khane ke baad. Agar stomach sensitive ho to khane ke baad lena behtar hai.

10. Warnings (Ihtiyat)

  • Don't use Citralka Syrup if you are allergic to Disodium Hydrogen Citrate
  • Severe kidney disease patients should avoid
  • Individuals with severe liver disease

11. Precautions (Ahm ehtiyaat)

  • Cool aur dry jagah rakhein
  • Direct sunlight se door rakhein
  • Bachon ki pahunch se door rakhein

12. Side Effects (Nuksanat)

  • Stomach upset, Nausea, Diarrhea
  • Breathing issue, Fainting, Severe swelling

13. Drug Interactions (Dawaon ke sath reaction)

  • Medicines that affect kidney function
  • Diuretics

BP zyada gir sakta hai — danger ho sakta hai.

14. When to See Doctor (Kab doctor ke paas jayein)

  • Saans phoolna ya rukna
  • Severe stomach pain
  • Behoshi (fainting)

15. Alternatives (Sasti Dusri Dawaein)

Brand NameCompanySalt (Generic)
Generic brandVariousDisodium Hydrogen Citrate
Alternative brandVariousDisodium Hydrogen Citrate

16. Price in Pakistan (Price kitni hai)

Pack SizePrice (Approx)
100 ml bottleRs. 200 - 400 approx

(Note: Price pharmacy aur packing size par depend karti hai)

17. FAQs (Aksar poochay jane walay sawalat)

Q: Citralka Syrup kis kaam aati hai?

A: Citralka Syrup doctor condition ke mutabiq prescribe karte hain. PakVita par aap iske uses aur kaise lena hai detail mein dekh sakte hain.

Q: Citralka Syrup kitne mg ki hoti hai?

A: Citralka Syrup ki strengths brand aur form ke mutabiq change hoti hain. Exact strength ke liye pack label aur doctor ki advice follow karein.

Q: Pakistan mein Citralka Syrup ka price kya hai?

A: Price pharmacy aur city ke hisab se vary kar sakti hai. Updated daam ke liye local store ya online listing verify karein.

Q: Kya Citralka Syrup pregnancy mein safe hai?

A: Pregnancy mein koi bhi medicine self-use na karein. Is medicine ka use hamesha doctor se pooch kar hi karein.

Q: Citralka Syrup ke nuksanat kya hain?

A: Common nuksanat mild ho sakte hain lekin severe symptoms par foran doctor se rabta karein. Dose overdose se bachna bohat zaroori hai.

18. Medical Review (Medical jaiza)

Compiled by the PakVita Editorial Team · AI-assisted drafting with editorial review · Sourced from DRAP, WHO, BNF · Last updated: 2025-07-25 Last Updated: 2026-04-23

19. Disclaimer (Zaroori tanbeeh)

Is page ki maloomat sirf awareness ke liye hai. Yeh medical advice nahi hai. Koi bhi dawa lene se pehle apne doctor ya pharmacist se zaroor milein. PakVita kisi bhi nuksaan ki zimmedari nahi leta.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Citralka Syrup kis kaam aati hai?

Citralka Syrup doctor condition ke mutabiq prescribe karte hain. PakVita par aap iske uses aur kaise lena hai detail mein dekh sakte hain.

Citralka Syrup kitne mg ki hoti hai?

Citralka Syrup ki strengths brand aur form ke mutabiq change hoti hain. Exact strength ke liye pack label aur doctor ki advice follow karein.

Pakistan mein Citralka Syrup ka price kya hai?

Price pharmacy aur city ke hisab se vary kar sakti hai. Updated daam ke liye local store ya online listing verify karein.

Kya Citralka Syrup pregnancy mein safe hai?

Pregnancy mein koi bhi medicine self-use na karein. Is medicine ka use hamesha doctor se pooch kar hi karein.

Citralka Syrup ke nuksanat kya hain?

Common nuksanat mild ho sakte hain lekin severe symptoms par foran doctor se rabta karein. Dose overdose se bachna bohat zaroori hai.

Sources

  1. DRAP Registered Products Database Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan
  2. WHO Model List of Essential Medicines, 23rd ed. (2023) World Health Organization
  3. British National Formulary (BNF) BMJ Group & Pharmaceutical Press

Medical disclaimer

This page is for educational use only and does not replace professional medical advice. Always confirm diagnosis, dose, and interactions with a qualified doctor or pharmacist before starting or changing any medicine.