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Urine pH    See images

Overview | Risks | Results

Alternative names:

pH - urine

What the Risks Are

There are no risks.

Special Considerations

A diet high in citrus fruits or vegetables, or dairy products can increase urine pH (that is, make it more alkaline).

A diet high in meat products or cranberries can decrease urine pH (that is, make it more acidic).

Drugs that can decrease urine pH include: ammonium chloride, chlorothiazide diuretics, and methenamine mandelate.

Drugs that can increase urine pH include: acetazolamide, potassium citrate, and sodium bicarbonate.

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