POTASSIUM CITRATE vs SODIUM HEPARIN

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated June 7, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. POTASSIUM CITRATE and SODIUM HEPARIN are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	POTASSIUM CITRATE	SODIUM HEPARIN
Rating	New	New
Pharmacy pays	—	$2.12 /mL
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	POTASSIUM CITRATE	HEPARIN SODIUM
Manufacturer	Ut Sw Medctr	Abraxis Pharm
Dosage forms	Tablet, Tablet, extended release	Injectable
Drug class	Anti-Coagulant	Anti-Coagulant
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Renal Tubular Acidosis, Hypokalemia, Lithiasis	Unstable Angina, Cerebral Infarction, Coronary Thrombosis

potassium citrate sodium heparin

Rating

New

Pharmacy pays

—

$2.12 /mL

Type

Active ingredient

POTASSIUM CITRATE

HEPARIN SODIUM

Manufacturer

Ut Sw Medctr

Abraxis Pharm

Dosage forms

Tablet, Tablet, extended release

Injectable

Drug class

Anti-Coagulant

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Renal Tubular Acidosis, Hypokalemia, Lithiasis

Unstable Angina, Cerebral Infarction, Coronary Thrombosis

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Potassium Citrate and Sodium Heparin?

Potassium Citrate contains Potassium Citrate, while Sodium Heparin contains Heparin Sodium — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.