Sodium Bicarbonate tablets are indicated for the relief of occasional heartburn, acid indigestion, and upset stomach. This over-the-counter medication helps neutralize excess stomach acid, providing temporary relief from discomfort associated with these conditions.
Cardiac Arrest:
Infants: 1 Meq/kg Slow Ivp Initially; May Repeat With 0.5 Meq/kg In 10 Min One Time, Or As indicated by patient acid-base Status.
Children & Adults: 1 Meq/kg Ivp Initially; May Repeat With 0.5 Meq/kg In 10 Min One Time Or As Indicted By Patients Acid-base Status.
Metabolic Acidosis:
If Blood Gases & Ph Measurements Are Available:
Neonates, Infants & Children: Hco3 (meq) = 0.3 X Weight (kg) X Base Deficit (meq/l) Or Hco3 (meq) = 0.5 X Weight (kg) X [24 - Serum Hco3 (meq)].
Adults: Hco3 (meq) = 0.2 X Weight (kg) X Base Deficit (meq/l) Or Hco3 (meq) = 0.5 X Weight (kg) X [24 - Serum Hco3 (meq)].
If Acid-base Status Is Not Available:
Dose For Older Children & Adults: 2-5 Meq/kg Iv Infusion Over 4-8 Hr; Subsequent Doses Should Be Based On Patients Acid-base Status.
Content
Inj: Sodium Bicarbonate 8.4% (84mg / ml Equal To 10meq /10 ml); 25 ml Vial
Pregnancy
Consult with Doctor Or Caution Advised
Stability
Electrolyte
Contra Indications
None Known
Precautions
None Known
Lactation
Consult with Doctor Or Caution Advised
Side Effects
Cerebral
Pulmonary And Peripheral Oedema
Congestive Heart Failure
Acidosis And Electrolyte Imbalance May Occur With A Large Volume And/or Rapid Infusion.