Discussions tagged “kidney”

I recently started taking Potassium Citrate ER 1620mg (15meq) tablets to prevent kidney stones. The medication works by alkalizing the urine, but I am curious to know if anyone else has noticed anything unusual in their stool. Specifically, I was wondering if anyone else has seen the tablet shell in their stool, and if so, whether it is a cause for concern. The leaflet says it's normal, but I'd like to hear from others who are experiencing the same thing. Any insights or experiences would be greatly appreciated! I want to know if it's a common occurrence or something to keep an eye out for in the future. And while I've read the list of side effects, I also want to know if anyone has had any unexpected mild or severe side effects. The more I know, the better. I think it's important to share our experiences to help each other out.