Megcit Syrup is a combination medicine that is used in the treatment of kidney stones. It prevents further formation of kidney stones by raising the pH of urine and prevents the formation, growth, and aggregation of crystals in the kidneys.

Megcit Syrup should be used in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Check the label before use. Do not take this medicine more than the recommended dose. It is better to take this medicine at a fixed time.

Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicine or have any known allergy to this medicine. The common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach pain.

Usually, these symptoms are well tolerated and are for a short duration. However, if these symptoms persist for a longer duration, please consult your doctor. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or suffering from any other disease.

Uses of Megcit Oral Solution

Treatment of Kidney stone

Benefits of Megcit Oral Solution

In Treatment of Kidney stone

Megcit Syrup is combination medicine that helps in the treatment and prevents formation of kidney stones. It inhibits stone formation and breaks up small stones that are beginning to form. This medicine helps to form a protective coating on the existing stones and helps prevent other particles from sticking to its surface and becoming bigger in size.
Keep taking it as prescribed to get the most benefit. Eat citrus rich fruits such as lemons, oranges etc., and drink adequate amounts of fluids to prevent formation of kidney stones.

Side effects of Megcit Oral Solution

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Megcit

Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Stomach pain

How to use Megcit Oral Solution

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Megcit Syrup is to be taken with food.

How Megcit Oral Solution works

Megcit Syrup is a combination of two medicines: Citric Acid and Potassium Citrate, which prevents kidney stones. It raises urine pH and prevents the formation, growth and aggregation of crystals in the kidneys, thereby preventing stones.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Megcit Syrup. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Megcit Syrup during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Megcit Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

SAFE

Megcit Syrup does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Megcit Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Megcit Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Megcit Syrup may not be advised in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Megcit Syrup in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Megcit Oral Solution?

If you miss a dose of Megcit Syrup, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Megcit Syrup is prescribed for the treatment of kidney stones.
Take adequate water or fluids while taking Megcit Syrup to prevent kidney stones.
You can also include citric acid-rich food in your diet like grapefruit, oranges, lemons, or limes to prevent kidney stones.
Inform your doctor if you have any kidney or heart disease or high potassium levels in your blood.
Megcit Syrup is prescribed for the treatment of kidney stones.
Take adequate water or fluids while taking Megcit Syrup to prevent kidney stones.
You can also include citric acid-rich food in your diet like grapefruit, oranges, lemons, or limes to prevent kidney stones.
Inform your doctor if you have any kidney or heart disease or high potassium levels in your blood.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

UROLOGY

Patient concerns

Right kidney stone, left kidney stone

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Diabetology

you need to consult a Urologist for stone removal

had kidney stone since last 1 yr got sonography done today .attached report here please advice the next steps. .

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FAQs

Q. What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Megcit Syrup?

Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

Q. Can the use of Megcit Syrup cause diarrhea?

Yes, Megcit Syrup can cause diarrhea. Taking Megcit Syrup with water or juice, and after the meals can help prevent diarrhea. Talk to your doctor if diarrhea persists.

Q. What happens if I have taken an overdose of Megcit Syrup?

If you overdose on Megcit Syrup, go to the doctor immediately. Overdosing may result in high potassium levels in blood, which is life-threatening. Its symptoms are nausea, vomiting, tiredness, numbness, irregular heartbeat, trouble breathing and paralysis.

Q. Will a higher than the recommended dose of Megcit Syrup be more effective?

No, taking a higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having serious side effects and toxicity. If the recommended doses do not relieve your symptoms, please consult your doctor.

Related lab tests

Calcium

Uric Acid

Urine Routine & Microscopy

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