A product called "Sodium Citrate" is an anticoagulant drug specifically designed to normalize the acid-base state and alkalize the urine. In addition, this substance significantly increases the content of Na in the body. In addition, "Sodium Citrate" increases the so-called "alkaline reserves" of plasma and changes the reaction of urine to alkaline, while ensuring the disappearance of symptoms of dysuria. At the same time, the basis of the pharmacological action of this drug is Ca binding and inhibition of hemocoagulation. This medicine belongs to the group of anticoagulants and regulators of water and electrolyte balance.
The main characteristics of the drug
This remedy is produced (as well as its variety - the drug "Sodium Citrate Dihydrate") in the form of a white crystalline powder or colorless crystals of a s alty taste, odorless. This substance has the ability to metabolize into bicarbonate, which, in turn, contributes to the regression of dysuria and provokes alkalinization of urine.
Listmain indications for use
Use the drug "Sodium Citrate" experts mainly recommend as an effective symptomatic treatment for cystitis - a disease accompanied by inflammation of the bladder. Also, this substance is actively used during the procedure for the conservation of plasma. In addition, Sodium Citrate Injection is used as a 4-5% solution as an effective anticoagulant in case of indirect blood transfusion.
List of contraindications for prescription
Experts categorically do not advise people who suffer from increased individual sensitivity to it to use this anticoagulant substance. In addition, you should not prescribe a remedy called "Sodium Citrate" if the patient has diabetes or any serious heart disease. Also, the list of direct contraindications for use includes arterial hypertension and the period of bearing a child.
New mothers who are breastfeeding their newborns should similarly refrain from using this fluid balancer. Among other things, with great care it is necessary to use this substance for people with kidney disease. Finally, do not take the anticoagulant Sodium Citrate while on a low-s alt diet.
Possible adverse reactions
As for the most commonside reactions that may occur as a result of the use of this anticoagulant substance, then first of all, experts note a rather high risk of decreased appetite and the appearance of a feeling of nausea. In addition, in some cases, abdominal pain and vomiting may occur. There is also a small risk of a significant increase in blood pressure due to the use of this remedy.
