Cytra-K (Potassium Citrate and Citric Acid Solution) and Rheumatrex
Determining the interaction of Cytra-K (Potassium Citrate and Citric Acid Solution) and Rheumatrex and the possibility of their joint administration.
In the database of official manuals used in the service creation an interaction registered by statistical results of studies was found, which can either lead to negative consequences for the patient health or strengthen a mutual positive effect. A doctor should be consulted to address the issue of joint drug administration.
Consumer:Consumer information for this minor interaction is not currently available. Some minor drug interactions may not be clinically relevant in all patients. Minor drug interactions do not usually cause harm or require a change in therapy. However, your healthcare provider can determine if adjustments to your medications are needed.
Professional:Alkalinization of the urine can increase the renal elimination of methotrexate. The pharmacologic effects of methotrexate may be decreased. No special clinical interventions appear to be necessary. In some cases of methotrexate toxicity, this interaction may prove beneficial.
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Generic Name: citric acid / potassium citrate
Brand name: Cytra-K, Poly-Citra K Crystals, Polycitra-K, Virtrate-K
Synonyms: Cytra-K, Cytra K Oral Solution
Generic Name: methotrexate
Brand name: Rheumatrex Dose Pack, Trexall, Xatmep, Otrexup, Rasuvo, Methotrexate Sodium, Preservative Free
Synonyms: Rheumatrex Dose Pack
In the course of checking the drug compatibility and interactions, data from the following reference sources was used: Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com.
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