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Sodium Bicarbonate

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Overview

Sodium bicarbonate is an antacid that neutralizes stomach acid. Sodium bicarbonate is used to relieve heartburn and indigestion. Sodium bicarbonate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Indications

Contraindications

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take this medicine if you have other medical conditions, especially: kidney disease; liver disease ; heart disease ; high blood pressure; or if you are on a low salt diet. It is not known whether sodium bicarbonate will harm an unborn baby. However, sodium bicarbonate can cause fluid to build up in your body, which may be dangerous during pregnancy. Do not use this medicine without a doctor's advice if you are pregnant. It is not known whether sodium bicarbonate passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medicine without a doctor's advice if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Side Effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction : hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Sodium bicarbonate may cause serious side effects. Stop using sodium bicarbonate and call your doctor at once if you have: severe stomach pain; swelling, rapid weight gain; or shortness of breath (even with mild exertion). Common side effects of sodium bicarbonate may include: dry mouth ; increased thirst; or urinating more than usual. This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Warnings

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking sodium bicarbonate if you are on a low-salt diet, or if you have high blood pressure .

High Risk Groups

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking sodium bicarbonate if you are on a low-salt diet, or if you have high blood pressure .

Adult Dosage

11.52 mg/ kg (12 (11.52)) 24 hourly IV — Maintenance for every 10 minutes 23.02 mg/ kg (23 (23.02)) 24 hourly IV — Initially for Once 8.4 % (8.4 (8.4)) As recommended. IV — As required Scraped Dose — Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Sodium bicarbonate tablets are usually dissolved completely in water before swallowing. Follow al directions on the product label. Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse while using sodium bicarbonate. Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Child Dosage

1 to 2 mg/kg (1.5 (1.5)) As recommended. Slow IV — Once or As Required

Neonatal Dosage

1 to 2 mg/kg (1.5 (1.5)) As recommended. Slow IV — Once or As Required

Drug Interactions

Other drugs may interact with sodium bicarbonate, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins , and herbal products . Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use now and any medicine you start or stop using.

Storage

Tab, Inj, Powder Store Below 40°C. Protect from Sunlight, Moisture and Heat.

Available Brands in Pakistan

27 active brands listed alphabetically.

Sodium Bicarbonate

Available Brands in Pakistan

ENCID

MEYLON

MOVCOL

ONE

ORASAL

ORASAL-F

ORAZ

PCARB

SOD

SODA GLYCERINE

SODA GLYCERIN EAR DROPS

SODA MINT

SODA MINT

SODAMINT

SODAMINT

SODAMINT

SODAMINT

SODAMINT

SODIUM

SODIUM

SODIUM

SODIUM

SODIUM BI CARBONATE

SODIUM BICARBONATE

SODIUM BICARBONATE

SODIUM BICARBONATE

UNIBICARB