Urikem Syrup

Urikem Syrup is a medicine used in the treatment of kidney stones. It prevents the formation of mineral crystals that can develop into kidney stones.

Urikem Syrup may be prescribed alone or in combination with another medicine. It is best taken with food. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor. Do not take more or use it for longer than recommended by your doctor.

The medicine may cause few common side effects such as diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain. If you experienced any such side effects that does not resolve with time or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the side effects.

The medicine may not be suitable for everybody. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. Let your doctor also know all the other medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors first before using the medicine.

• Kidney stone

Kidney stone
Urikem Syrup is a combination medicine that helps in the treatment and prevents the formation of kidney stones. It inhibits stone formation and breaks up small stones that are beginning to form. This medicine also raises urine pH and prevents the aggregation of crystals in the kidneys, thereby preventing stones. Keep taking it as prescribed to get the most benefit.

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 Potrate-M

• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain

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. Urikem Syrup is to be taken with food.

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

• Urikem Syrup is prescribed for the treatment of kidney stones.
• Take adequate water or fluids while taking Urikem 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.

Potassium Citrate. San Antonio: Mission Pharmacal Company; 1985 [revised Dec. 2009]. [Accessed on 6 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: