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Urocit-K helps prevent urinary tract stones and associated pain, pressure, and other symptoms in cats and dogs. It does so naturally by supplying potassium citrate to increase the pH of your pet's urine.
Urocit-K tablets contain the active ingredient potassium citrate, which restores the balance of chemicals in the urine that naturally stop the formation of crystals and kidney stones. The tablets are designed to release just the right amount of potassium citrate to balance your pet's system and while reducing irritation of the digestive system.
Urocit-K makes your pet's urine less acidic which helps reduce the formation of kidney stones that would normally occur as a result of high levels of calcium or uric acid in the urine. Be sure that your pet swallows the tablets whole rather than chews it. Any other specific direction should be given to you by your veterinarian.
Urocit-K (potassium citrate) extended-release tablets are a prescription medicine used in the management of two common types of kidney stones: calcium oxalate stones and uric acid stones. Urocit-K can also help treat certain metabolic problems (acidosis) caused by kidney disease.
Tip: Urocit-K tablets are made up of an outer shell that contains the medication. The medication is absorbed by the body but the outer shell is passed out of the body in the stool. Do not be alarmed if you see this outer shell in your pets stool.
Dosage for Cats | |
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Weight | Daily Feeding |
All weights | The usual dose in dogs and cats depends on blood test values and the pets response to therapy. Give the medication with food to prevent stomach upset. Allow plenty of water for your pet to drink. |
Dosage for Dogs | |
Weight | Daily Feeding |
All weights | The usual dose in dogs and cats depends on blood test values and the pets response to therapy. Give the medication with food to prevent stomach upset. Allow plenty of water for your pet to drink. |
You should avoid giving your pet any supplements that contain potassium while using Urocit-K. There are possible side effects, so address any concerns you may have with your veterinarian.
Do not use in animals with hyperkalemia, kidney failure, Addison's disease or dehydration. Use with caution when given with ACE inhibitors such as enalapril, diuretics such as furosemide, NSAIDs such as carprophen or aspirin.
If any of the following serious side effects occur, stop giving Urocit-K and seek emergency veterinary medical attention; an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; swelling of the lips; tongue or face; hives), abdominal pain, black bloody or tarry stools, blood in vomit or muscle weakness or irregular heartbeats. Other less serious side effects may occur. Continue giving Urocit-K and talk to your veterinarian if your pet has slight nausea or vomiting, or diarrhea or loose stools. Other side effects may also occur. Talk to your veterinarian about any side effect that seems unusual or bothersome to the animal.
Urocit-K should be stored at room temperature away from moisture and heat.