Sodium Bicarbonate
Sodium Bicarbonate is a systemic alkalizing agent and antacid. It works by neutralizing gastric acid to relieve indigestion and increasing blood and urine pH to treat acidosis or promote drug excretion.
Dosage by Body Weight
For antacid use, adults typically take 325 mg to 2000 mg orally 1 to 4 times daily. Do not exceed maximum daily limits. For metabolic acidosis, dosage is highly individualized and determined by a healthcare provider based on laboratory values.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not routine
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed
- Tracking Notes
- Strict medical supervision required due to high risk of hypernatremia and metabolic alkalosis.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- 1 to 3 mEq/kg/day
- Frequency
- Divided into 3-4 doses
- Tracking Notes
- Only for chronic metabolic acidosis under pediatric supervision. Monitor electrolytes.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- 1 to 3 mEq/kg/day
- Frequency
- Divided into 3-4 doses
- Tracking Notes
- Ensure adequate dilution to avoid gastrointestinal irritation.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 1 to 3 mEq/kg/day
- Frequency
- Divided into 3-4 doses
- Tracking Notes
- Monitor systemic pH and blood gas levels during long-term therapy.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 1 to 3 mEq/kg/day
- Frequency
- Divided into 3-4 doses
- Tracking Notes
- Not recommended for OTC self-treatment of indigestion in this age group.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not routine | Use only if prescribed | Strict medical supervision required due to high risk of hypernatremia and metabolic alkalosis. |
| 5-7 kg | 1 to 3 mEq/kg/day | Divided into 3-4 doses | Only for chronic metabolic acidosis under pediatric supervision. Monitor electrolytes. |
| 8-10 kg | 1 to 3 mEq/kg/day | Divided into 3-4 doses | Ensure adequate dilution to avoid gastrointestinal irritation. |
| 11-15 kg | 1 to 3 mEq/kg/day | Divided into 3-4 doses | Monitor systemic pH and blood gas levels during long-term therapy. |
| 16-20 kg | 1 to 3 mEq/kg/day | Divided into 3-4 doses | Not recommended for OTC self-treatment of indigestion in this age group. |
Formulation
Purpose
Used as an antacid to relieve heartburn, acid indigestion, and sour stomach. Also used clinically to treat metabolic acidosis and to alkalinize urine.
Generic Name
Sodium BicarbonateBranded Drug Names
Sodium Bicarbonate is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:
Scheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.