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SODIUM BICARBONATE 1000 MG
Introduction : Sodium bicarbonate 1000mg tablet reduces stomach acid. It is used as an antacid to treat heartburn, indigestion, and upset stomach. Sodium bicarbonate is a very quick-acting antacid. It should be used only for temporary relief. If you need to treat long-term stomach acid problems (such as peptic ulcer disease, GERD), talk with your doctor about other medications
Sodium bicarbonate 1000mg tablet is an antacid used in the treatment of indigestion, metabolic acidosis and used as an alkalinizing agent. It acts as a buffer that helps neutralize excess acid and restore a healthier pH level in the body.
Sodium bicarbonate 1000mg Tablet relieves irritation by producing carbon dioxide which neutralizes the acid present in the stomach. It also increases the pH of blood and urine, thereby correcting acid indigestion, heartburn.
Indication : Treatment of Acidosis:Sodium bicarbonate 1000mg tablet is used to treat metabolic acidosis, a condition characterized by an imbalance in the bodys acid-base balance. It works by neutralizing excess acid in the blood, thereby restoring the bodys pH balance.
Heartburn and Indigestion Relief: Sodium bicarbonate 1000mg tablet is commonly used as an antacid to provide relief from heartburn, acid indigestion, and sour stomach. It works by neutralizing stomach acid, reducing irritation and discomfort in the esophagus and stomach.
Administration : For heartburn and indigestion relief, sodium bicarbonate tablets are dissolved in water and taken orally as needed, usually after meals or at bedtime.
Storage : Store sodium bicarbonate tablets or powder at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Side Effects : While sodium bicarbonate is generally considered safe when used as directed, excessive or prolonged use may lead to side effects such as:
Gas and bloating
Belching
Abdominal cramps or discomfort
Fluid retention
High blood pressure
Alkalosis (excessively high blood pH)
Hypokalemia (low potassium levels)
Calcium and magnesium imbalances
Contraindications : NA
Safety Advice / Warnings : Sodium bicarbonate should be used with caution in patients with conditions such as congestive heart failure, kidney disease, or hypertension, as it may exacerbate fluid retention and electrolyte imbalances.
Long-term or excessive use of sodium bicarbonate may lead to metabolic alkalosis and other adverse effects. It is essential to use this medication under the guidance of a healthcare professional and to follow the recommended dosage and duration of treatment.
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with sodium bicarbonate
References : Sodium Bicarbonate [Product Information]. Ahmedabad, Gujarat: La Renon Healthcare Provate Limited. [Accessed 01 Aug. 2023]. (online)
McQuaid KR. Drugs Used in the Treatment of Gastrointestinal Diseases. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 1069.
Mechanism of Action : Sodium bicarbonate works as an antacid by neutralizing excess stomach acid, thereby providing relief from heartburn and indigestion.
In the treatment of acidosis, sodium bicarbonate acts as a systemic alkalizing agent, buffering excess acid in the blood and tissues to restore the bodys acid-base balance.
Therapeutic : Alkanizing agent