Sodium Bicarbonate (Systemic)
Brand Names : Arm and Hammer, Pure Baking Soda, Bell/ans, Citrocarbonate, Soda Mint
Category- Alkalizer, systemic
- Alkalizer, urinary
- Antacid
- Electrolyte replenisher
DescriptionSodium bicarbonate (SOE-dee-um bye-KAR-boe-nate), also known as baking soda,
is used to relieve heartburn, sour stomach, or acid indigestion by neutralizing
excess stomach acid. When used for this purpose, it is said to belong to the
group of medicines called antacids. It may be used to treat the symptoms of
stomach or duodenal ulcers. Sodium bicarbonate is also used to make the blood
and urine more alkaline in certain conditions.
Antacids should not be given to young children (up
to 6 years of age) unless prescribed by their doctor
. Since children
cannot usually describe their symptoms very well, a doctor should check the
child before giving this medicine. The child may have a condition that needs
other treatment. If so, antacids will not help and may even cause unwanted
effects or make the condition worse.
Sodium bicarbonate for oral use is available without a prescription; however,
your doctor may have special instructions on the proper use and dose for your
medical problem. Sodium bicarbonate is available in the following dosage forms:
Oral
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Effervescent powder (U.S. and Canada)
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Oral powder (U.S. and Canada)
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Tablets (U.S. and Canada)
Parenteral
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Injection (U.S. and Canada)
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
In the U.S. -
- Arm and Hammer
- Pure Baking Soda
- Bell/ans
- Citrocarbonate
- Soda Mint
In Canada -
Generic name product may be available in the U.S. and Canada.
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