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Why Does My Stomach And Bones Ache After Taking Potassium Citrate Prescribed For Kidney Stones?
yes my doctor prescribed potassium citrate 1000 ml three times a day but it bothers my stomach and my bones ache after I take it doctor says its not a side affect I heard this was used to kill people is it true? my doctor gave it to me for my kidney stone
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Fri, 27 Sep 2013
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Hi,
I can reassure you that potassium citrate is not used to kill people. If you are experiencing a stomach upset then I suggest you take it after a meal.
Regards,
Dr K A Pottinger
I can reassure you that potassium citrate is not used to kill people. If you are experiencing a stomach upset then I suggest you take it after a meal.
Regards,
Dr K A Pottinger
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