Sodium Bicarbonate (Pediatric)

An alkalizing agent that increases blood and urine pH. In infants, the 4.2% concentration is used to reduce the risk of brain bleeding associated with the 8.4% adult form.

Dosage by Body Weight

Pediatric dose: 1-2 mEq/kg per dose. Requires blood gas monitoring.

Body Weight
Infants/Children
Dose
1 mEq to 2 mEq per kg
Frequency
Slow IV infusion
Tracking Notes
Ensure adequate ventilation (CO2 removal) during use.

Weight-based dosage tracking table for Sodium Bicarbonate (Pediatric), including body weight, dose, frequency, and tracking notes.
Body Weight	Dose	Frequency	Tracking Notes
Infants/Children	1 mEq to 2 mEq per kg	Slow IV infusion	Ensure adequate ventilation (CO2 removal) during use.

Formulation

Injection (4.2%)Tablet

Purpose

Correction of metabolic acidosis and treatment of certain toxic ingestions (e.g., tricyclic antidepressants).

Generic Name

Sodium Bicarbonate

Branded Drug Names

Sodium Bicarbonate (Pediatric) is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:

Soda Mint

Scheduled Drug

Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.

Alternatives

None

Safety Advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Sodium Bicarbonate (Pediatric): Alcohol may worsen dehydration, stomach upset, or interfere with nutritional recovery. Avoid or limit alcohol.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Sodium Bicarbonate (Pediatric): Generally safe in pregnancy when used at recommended doses or as prescribed. Avoid excessive supplementation.

Breast Feeding

SAFE

Sodium Bicarbonate (Pediatric): Generally compatible with breastfeeding when used at recommended doses. Ask a healthcare provider before high-dose use.

Driving

SAFE

Sodium Bicarbonate (Pediatric): Usually does not affect driving. Avoid driving only if you feel unwell, dizzy, or weak from the underlying condition.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Sodium Bicarbonate (Pediatric): Usually safe at recommended doses, but high-dose or fat-soluble vitamin use should be medically supervised in liver disease.

Kidney

CAUTION

Sodium Bicarbonate (Pediatric): Kidney disease may require avoiding or adjusting minerals and electrolytes such as potassium, magnesium, calcium, or phosphate.