Renacidin
Renacidin Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.
Citric Acid Monohydrate is indicated for the management of dry cough.
Gluconolactone is a naturally-occurring food additive used as a sequestrant, an acidifier, or a curing, pickling, or leavening agent. It is a cyclic ester of D-gluconic acid. Pure gluconolactone is a white odorless crystalline powder.
Magnesium carbonate, also known as magnesite, is a common over the counter remedy for heartburn and upset stomach caused by overproduction of acid in the stomach .
Neutralizes acid in the stomach .
| Trade Name | Renacidin |
| Generic | Citric acid + gluconolactone + magnesium carbonate |
| Type | Irrigation |
| Therapeutic Class | |
| Manufacturer | |
| Available Country | United States, |
| Last Updated: | September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am |
Uses
Citric Acid Monohydrate contains the active ingredient Citric Acid Monohydrate which helps to reduce the dry cough and soothes the throat from any related discomfort and pain. Citric Acid is a demulcent which relieves irritation of the mucous membrane in the throat by forming a protective film. Citric Acid is absorbed after oral administration. It is found naturally in the body and is widely distributed.
Gluconolactone is a polyhydroxy acid used in the dissolution of calculi and used as an additive in various drug products to maintain consistency and other characteristics.
Magnesium carbonate is an antacid used for symptomatic relief of heartburn, indigestion, and upset stomach.
Used as an over the counter antacid .
Renacidin is also used to associated treatment for these conditions: Acidosis, Catheter site calcification caused by appetite, Catheter site calcification caused by struvite, Gouty Arthritis, Headache, Heartburn, Kidney Stones, Metabolic Acidosis, Blood Specimen Collection, Blood sample storage, Bowel preparation therapy, Chemical contraception, Potassium placement, Urine alkalinization therapy, Cleansing of the colon as a preparation for colonoscopy, Oral antisepsisBladder calculus, Catheter site calcification, Medical device site calcificationAcid indigestion, Bladder calculus, Heartburn, Kidney Stones, Upset stomach, Catheter irrigation
How Renacidin works
Magnesium carbonate reacts with hydrochloric acid in the stomach to form carbon dioxide and magnesium chloride thus neutralizing excess acid in the stomach .
Dosage
Renacidin dosage
Age Dose Dose frequency
1-5 years 5 ml Upto 4 times daily
6-12 years 10 ml Upto 4 times daily
>12 years & Adults 20 ml 3-4 times daily
Side Effects
There are no known side effects from using this medicine when used as directed. If taken excessively above the stated dose, glycerol present in the medicine may cause headache, stomach upset and diarrhea.
Toxicity
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 5040 mg/kg [Mouse]. 3000 mg/kg [Rat].
During overdose, magnesium impairs neuromuscular transmission resulting in weakness and hypoflexia .
Precaution
Patients with rare hereditary problems of fructose intolerance, glucose-galactose malabsorption or sucrase-isomaltase insufficiency should not take this medicine.
Volume of Distribution
Vd for magnesium is 0.2-0.4L/kg . About 50% distributes to bone.
Elimination Route
About 40-60% of magnesium is absorbed following oral administration . Percent absorption decreases as dose increases.
Half Life
Half life of 27.7 hours reported with overdose of 400mEq of magnesium in an adult .
Clearance
Maximum magnesium clearance is directly proportional to creatinine clearance .
Elimination Route
Primarily eliminated in urine .
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding use
There are no or limited amount of data from the use of Citric Acid Monohydrate in pregnant women. There is insufficient information on the excretion of Citric Acid Monohydrate & its metabolites in human milk.
Storage Condition
Keep in a cool and dry place, away from light. Keep out of the reach of children.
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