Utirick-B6 Syrup

Utirick-B6 Syrup should be taken as directed by the treating doctor. Always dilute the dosage recommended by your doctor with one glass of water, before taking it.

Utirick-B6 Syrup should not be taken by people who suffer from high potassium levels (hyperkalemia) as it may lead to rise of potassium to even higher levels that can cause a cardiac arrest. Such people include those with chronic renal failure, uncontrolled diabetes mellitus, acute dehydration, those who do strenuous exercise, or suffer from adrenal insufficiency, extensive tissue breakdown, or those taking potassium-sparing agents (such as triamterene, spironolactone or amiloride). People with delayed gastric emptying, esophageal compression, intestinal obstruction or stricture, or those taking anticholinergic medications should also refrain from taking Utirick-B6 Syrup. People who have peptic ulcer disease, active urinary tract infection, or renal insufficiency (glomerular filtration rate of less than 0.7 ml/kg/min) should also not take Utirick-B6 Syrup. If you have any further doubts, please consult your doctor.

There is no clarity on the use of Utirick-B6 Syrup in pregnancy. However, if you are pregnant or planning to conceive, consult your doctor before taking Utirick-B6 Syrup. You may take it only if prescribed by your doctor.

Yes, certain foods containing high levels of potassium such as almonds, apricots, bananas, beans (lima, pinto, white), cantaloupe, carrot juice (canned), figs, grapefruit juice, halibut, milk, oat bran, potato (with skin), salmon, spinach, etc., must be avoided while taking Utirick-B6 Syrup. It is advised to consult a dietitian, to get a diet that suits your body requirements.