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My spouse takes nine pot citrate er tabs 100's 10meq daily to prevent kidney stones. is there an alternative medication that is less onerous.
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Here are some…: Thus far, potassium citrate has remained the most tolerable, available drug for urinary stone prevention. To make potassium citrate more palatable or tolerable, you may adjust its dose under professional guidance. Besides, maintaining a daily urinary output > 2500 mL and decreasing oral consumption of salt, red meat, & dairy products by some 50% are essential.
Answered 12/28/2014
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