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    • SODIUM CITRATE-CITRIC ACID

SODIUM CITRATE; CITRIC ACID (SOE dee um SIT rate; SIT rik AS id) prevents and treats high acid levels in your body. It may also be used to help prevent gout or kidney stones, conditions caused by high uric acid levels. It works by decreasing the amount of acid in your body.

SODIUM CITRATE-CITRIC ACID Lifestyle Interactions

  • Lidocaine Hydrochloride 3%, Medicated Topical sponge

    • Interaction: Cannabis
    • Severity: Major
    • Notes for Consumers: Discuss cannabis use with your care team. The effects of your medication may be altered if used with cannabis.
    • Notes for Professionals: Advise patients to avoid cannabis use during lidocaine treatment due to decreased exposure of lidocaine which may alter its efficacy. Cannabis use induces CYP1A2 and lidocaine is a CYP1A2 substrate. The induction potential of cannabis is greatest with chronic inhalation. Other routes of administration or sporadic use may have less of an effect.

  • Lidocaine Hydrochloride 3%, Medicated Topical sponge

    • Interaction: Grapefruit juice
    • Severity: Major
    • Notes for Consumers: Do not drink grapefruit juice or eat grapefruit while taking this medication. Grapefruit may alter the effects of your medication. Serious side effects may occur. Contact your care team right away if you experience new or worsening side effects.
    • Notes for Professionals: Advise patients to avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice during lidocaine treatment due to the risk for increased lidocaine exposure and adverse reactions. Lidocaine is a CYP3A substrate and grapefruit juice is a CYP3A inhibitor.

DISCLAIMER: This drug information content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Patients should always consult their physician with any questions regarding a medical condition and to obtain medical advice and treatment. Drug information is sourced from GSDD (Gold Standard Drug Database ) provided by Elsevier.