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    • LITHOSTAT

    • QTY 100
    • 250 MG
    • Tablet

ACETOHYDROXAMIC ACID (as i to hi drok sam ik  as id) prevents the buildup of ammonia in your urine. This medicine is used in patients with certain types of urinary tract infections and may help antibiotics control the infection. This medicine may also help treat some types of kidney stones.

LITHOSTAT Lifestyle Interactions

  • Acetohydroxamic Acid 250mg, Oral tablet

    • Interaction: Alcohol
    • Severity: Major
    • Notes for Consumers: Avoid alcohol drinks while taking Acetohydroxamic Acid (Lithostat). Drinking alcohol may cause an uncomfortable flushing reaction and rash within 30 or 60 minutes after taking alcohol when you are on this medicine. Alcohol is best avoided while you are on this treatment.
    • Notes for Professionals: Concomitant use of acetohydroxamic acid and ethanol can cause a flushing reaction and a nonpruritic, macular rash on the upper extremities and face. The rash typically occurs within 30 to 45 minutes of ethanol ingestion and disappears 30 to 60 minutes later. Avoidance of alcoholic drinks during treatment is recommended.

  • Acetohydroxamic Acid 250mg, Oral tablet

    • Interaction: Food
    • Severity: Major
    • Notes for Consumers: Acetohydroxamic Acid (Lithostat) should be taken 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals and food. Food decreases the absorption of this drug into the body, limiting its effectiveness. Also, the medicine might lower your absorption of iron from your diet, which can lead to anemia in some persons. Notify your prescriber if you have unusual fatigue, weakness, breathing problems or other symptoms of anemia.
    • Notes for Professionals: Acetohydroxamic acid chelates heavy metals, including dietary iron. Absorption of iron and acetohydroxamic acid from the intestinal lumen may be reduced. Acetohydroxamic acid should be taken without food, on an empty stomach.

DISCLAIMER: This drug information content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Patients should always consult their physician with any questions regarding a medical condition and to obtain medical advice and treatment. Drug information is sourced from GSDD (Gold Standard Drug Database ) provided by Elsevier.