Origin: Produced by adding potassium bicarbonate or potassium carbonate to a solution of citric acid until effervescence ceases, filtering the solution and evaporating to granulation.
Also Known As:
Tripotassium citrate
Overview: Potassium citrate is a white, odorless, and crystalline powder. It is often used to control kidney stones caused by excess uric acid or cystine.It may also be used as a food additive to regulate acidity.
Common Dosage: 150 mg per day for hypocitraturia