Brand Names:. Reviewed: June 23, Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take this medicine if you have other medical conditions, especially: kidney disease; liver disease; heart disease; high blood pressure; or if you are on a low salt diet.
Side Effects. Side Effects What are the side effects of Sodium Bicarbonate? Stop using sodium bicarbonate and call your doctor at once if you have: severe stomach pain; swelling, rapid weight gain; or shortness of breath even with mild exertion.
Common side effects may include: dry mouth; increased thirst; or urinating more than usual. Based on FDA pregnancy categories.
Interactions What drugs and food should I avoid while taking Sodium Bicarbonate? Avoid taking this medicine without a doctor's advice if you regularly take other medicines. Keep from freezing. If this medicine has been ordered by your doctor and if you will be taking it regularly for a long time, your doctor should check your progress at regular visits.
This is to make sure the medicine does not cause unwanted effects. Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although the following side effects occur very rarely when this medicine is taken as recommended, they may be more likely to occur if it is taken: in large doses, for a long time, or by patients with kidney disease.
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:. Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients.
If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. All rights reserved. Information is for End User's use only and may not be sold, redistributed or otherwise used for commercial purposes.
Any use of this site constitutes your agreement to the Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy linked below. Mayo Clinic is a nonprofit organization and proceeds from Web advertising help support our mission. Drug information provided by: IBM Micromedex. The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine.
If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so. The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.
If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. How to use Bicarbonate with Sodium Take this medication by month sodium bicarbonate tablets are available, usually as required or as ordered by your doctor, every 4 hours.
OR Fired, BY IV: For kidney damage caused by contrast dyes contrast-induced nephropathy : Before and after cardiac angiography, a sodium bicarbonate solution was administered by a healthcare provider. Overdose: If overdosed, this drug can be harmful. Missed dose: If you are using this product on a daily basis and skip a dose, use it as soon as you recall it.
Side Effects: If you have any of these following serious symptoms immediately contact your doctor for further assistance. Sodium bicarbonate baking soda is Likely Dangerous when applied to the skin, as elevated sodium blood levels have been documented in children after use. There is not enough credible evidence to know whether it is safe for children to take sodium bicarbonate by mouth.
Stay on the safer side to prevent side effects. Diabetic ketoacidosis: sodium bicarbonate raises the amount of blood acid called ketones, and is associated with a complication of diabetes in which the level of blood acid is too high. Sodium bicarbonate should be avoided by individuals with this disease. Swelling edema : As sodium bicarbonate contains sodium, the risk of swelling caused by excess fluids in the body can be increased.
Sodium bicarbonate should be used with caution by people with heart failure, liver disease, or other conditions associated with fluid build-up. High blood calcium levels: People with high blood calcium levels can have trouble with bicarbonate excretion. The use of sodium bicarbonate may also raise the risk of complications such as milk-alkali syndrome High blood sodium levels: Sodium bicarbonate can increase blood levels of sodium.
Sodium bicarbonate can be avoided by people who already have elevated levels of sodium in the blood. High blood pressure: Blood pressure can be raised by sodium bicarbonate. Sodium bicarbonate can be avoided for people who already have elevated blood pressure. Low blood potassium levels: Sodium bicarbonate can reduce blood levels of potassium.
Sodium bicarbonate should be avoided by individuals who already have low potassium levels. Iron deficiency: Sodium bicarbonate limits how much iron is absorbed by the body. Sodium bicarbonate and iron supplements should be administered separately by persons with iron deficiency. Precautions: Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it, or if you have any other allergies, before taking sodium bicarbonate.
There may be the presence of inactive ingredients in this substance that may cause you allergic reactions or other problems. For more information, have a talk with your pharmacist. Since there is salt sodium in this drug, do not use it if you are on a salt-restricted die This medicine should only be used during pregnancy when specifically needed. It will occasionally affect an unborn child.
Infants born to mothers who have been taking this drug for a long time may have hormonal problems. It is not clear whether this drug is transferred to breast milk or not. Consult the doctor before breast-feeding.
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