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Have you ever looked in the toilet and thought, "Why is my potassium citrate pill still there? Did my medication even work?" You're not alone! Many patients taking potassium citrate for kidney stone prevention are surprised to find what appears to be an intact tablet in their stool.

In this episode of UroPatient, host Vic Senese, RN, BSN, FAUNA, explains why this happens and why it's usually completely normal. Learn about the unique extended-release formulation of potassium citrate, how the medication is absorbed, and why the empty tablet shell—often called a "ghost tablet"—may pass through your digestive system.

In this video you'll learn:

Why potassium citrate tablets sometimes appear whole in the stool

What a "ghost pill" or "ghost tablet" really is

How extended-release medications deliver their medicine over time

Whether your body is actually absorbing the potassium citrate

When seeing the tablet in your stool is normal—and when you should contact your healthcare provider

Tips for taking potassium citrate safely and effectively

The important role potassium citrate plays in preventing kidney stones and improving urinary chemistry

If you're taking potassium citrate and have been worried that your medication isn't working because you see the pill in your stool, this episode will provide reassurance and answer one of the most common questions asked in urology clinics.

Subscribe to UroPatient for trusted patient education on kidney stones, bladder health, prostate health, urinary tract conditions, medications, and the latest urology information presented in an easy-to-understand format by Vic Senese, RN, BSN, FAUNA.

The expert's opinions in this communication are personal and not representative of any organization. They are for informational purposes only, not official guidance. Viewers are advised to use their judgment, seek additional advice, and take responsibility for any actions based on these opinions.

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