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Sodium bicarbonate is a prescription medicine used in certain medical conditions. What is the use of sodium bicarbonate and how is it used?
1. Uses of Sodium Bicarbonate 500mg
Sodium bicarbonate drug belongs to the group of electrolytes, is prepared in the form of tablets with the main ingredient is 500mg sodium bicarbonate.
Sodium bicarbonate is an antacid, which reduces the acidity in the stomach. Currently, sodium bicarbonate is usually not used alone, but is used in combination with other drugs such as aluminum hydroxide, magnesium trisilicate, magnesium hydroxide, magnesium carbonate, calcium carbonate, bismuth subnitrate, alginic acid, L - glutamine, high scopolia, datura, digestive enzymes...
Sodium Bicarbonate 500mg is indicated in the following cases:
Metabolic acidosis, alkaline urine. Mild urinary tract infections are contraindicated with Sodium Bicarbonate 500mg in the following cases:
Patients with hypocalcemia, hypochloremia, hyperaldosteronism. Detoxification by drinking strong inorganic acid, because CO2 gas produced during neutralization can cause gastric distension and hernia. Do not use sodium bicarbonate alone to treat digestive disorders and indigestion. Patient has ulcerative colitis - rectum. Crohn's disease Intestinal obstruction syndrome, semi-obstruction. Abdominal pain of unknown cause.
2. Dosage and how to use Sodium Bicarbonate 500mg
Drug Sodium Bicarbonate 500mg used orally, chew the tablet before swallowing. Dosage of Sodium Bicarbonate 500mg should be according to the doctor's prescription, the dose depends on the acid - base balance and electrolyte level of the patient. Reference doses for specific cases are as follows:
Adults and children over 12 years old: In case of metabolic acidosis: Use a dose of 325 - 2000mg, taken 1 - 4 times/day. Use case to alkalinize urine: Use dose of 25 - 2000mg, taken 1 - 4 times/day. In case of treatment of digestive disorders: Use a dose of 25 - 2000mg, taken 1 - 4 times/day. Children under 12 years: Not recommended. There are currently no reports of an overdose of sodium bicarbonate 500mg. In case of an emergency, call 911 immediately or go to the nearest medical facility for prompt treatment.
If you miss a dose of Sodium Bicarbonate 500mg, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the scheduled time. Note: Do not use double the prescribed dose.
3. Side effects of sodium bicarbonate 500mg
There are currently no reports of side effects of 500mg Sodium Bicarbonate. However, in the process of using the drug Sodium bicarbonate 500mg if you experience any unusual symptoms, you should stop using the drug and notify your doctor or immediately go to the nearest medical facility for timely treatment. .
The above notes are not a substitute for a doctor's advice, so if you have any more questions or problems during drug use, you should directly consult your doctor for appropriate indications. .
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