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Urocit-K is a kidney stone agent which is a kind of urology drug.

Dr. Jeff Livingston reviewed this

24 year experience in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Drug Class

Kidney stone agent

Brands

Polycitra K

Generic Drug

Potassium citrate

Side Effects

Common

Vomiting
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea
Nausea

Serious

Rectal bleeding

Treats

Kidney stones
Condition

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