ammonium biphos-sodium biphos-sodium acid pyrophosphate-oral

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GENERIC NAME: AMMONIUM BIPHOSPHATE/SODIUM BIPHOS/SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE-ORAL (uh-MOW-nee-um bye-FOSS-fate/SO-dee-um bye-FOSS-fate/SO-dee-um acid pie-row-FOSS-fate)

Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage

USES: This medication is used to prevent formation of kidney stones.

HOW TO USE: This medication is taken by mouth usually 3 times day. Follow each dose with a full glass of water. Take this as directed. Do not increase your dose or take this more often than prescribed. This medication is most effective when used in combination with a special diet to acidify the urine. Consult your doctor.

SIDE EFFECTS: Nausea or acid stomach may occur. If these symptoms continue or become bothersome or if you develop diarrhea while taking this medication, notify your doctor. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

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