Sodium Bicarbonate



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  • Contains / Salt: Sodium Bicarbonate


Sodium Bicarbonate Information

Sodium Bicarbonate is a prescription medicine. It is primarily used for the treatment of Acidity. Secondary and off-label uses of Sodium Bicarbonate have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Sodium Bicarbonate depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Sodium Bicarbonate are Loss of appetite, Muscle Ache, Altered taste. Some other side effects of Sodium Bicarbonate have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Sodium Bicarbonate normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Sodium Bicarbonate's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Sodium Bicarbonate related warnings talks about Sodium Bicarbonate's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Sodium Bicarbonate contraindications section.

Additionally, Sodium Bicarbonate may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Sodium Bicarbonate is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.



Sodium Bicarbonate Benefits & Uses

Sodium Bicarbonate is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Sodium Bicarbonate Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Acidity
  • Before or After Meal: Before meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1000 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric
  • Disease: Acidity
  • Before or After Meal: Before meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1000 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Acidity
  • Before or After Meal: Before meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1000 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Sodium Bicarbonate Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Sodium Bicarbonate safe for pregnant women?


    Sodium Bicarbonate may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Sodium Bicarbonate, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Sodium Bicarbonate safe during breastfeeding?


    Sodium Bicarbonate may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Sodium Bicarbonate on the Kidneys?


    Very few cases of side effects of Sodium Bicarbonate on kidney have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Sodium Bicarbonate on the Liver?


    Sodium Bicarbonate has very mild side effects on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Sodium Bicarbonate on the Heart?


    Sodium Bicarbonate is completely safe for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Sodium Bicarbonate with Other Drugs

Sodium Bicarbonate should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Sodium Bicarbonate Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Sodium Bicarbonate unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Sodium Bicarbonate

  • Is this Sodium Bicarbonate habit forming or addictive?


    Sodium Bicarbonate does not cause addiction.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Sodium Bicarbonate will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Sodium Bicarbonate is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Sodium Bicarbonate is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Sodium Bicarbonate Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Sodium Bicarbonate


    Taking Sodium Bicarbonate with food does not harm your health.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Sodium Bicarbonate


    Information about the interaction of Sodium Bicarbonate and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Sodium bicarbonate

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 654

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