Sodium bicarbonate
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Overview
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Adult Indications and Dosage
FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Adult)
Indications
- Temporarily protects and helps relieve minor skin irritation and itching due to
- Insect bites
- Poison ivy oak
- Sumac
Dosage
- Adults and children 2 years and older dab directly on bite or sting, rub gently and re-apply as needed.
- Children under 2 years ask a doctor
Off-Label Use and Dosage (Adult)
Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Guideline-Supported Use of Sodium bicarbonate in adult patients.
Non–Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Non–Guideline-Supported Use of Sodium bicarbonate in adult patients.
Pediatric Indications and Dosage
FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Pediatric)
There is limited information regarding Sodium bicarbonate FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Pediatric) in the drug label.
Off-Label Use and Dosage (Pediatric)
Non–Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Non–Guideline-Supported Use of Sodium bicarbonate in pediatric patients.
Contraindications
There is limited information regarding Sodium bicarbonate Contraindications in the drug label.
Warnings
For external use only
Do not use on
- Deep puncture wounds
- Serious burns
When using this product
- Do not get into eyes
Stop use and ask a doctor If
- Conditions worsens
- Symptoms last more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away
If in eyes
- Flush with water for 15 minutes and call a doctor
Adverse Reactions
Clinical Trials Experience
There is limited information regarding Sodium bicarbonate Clinical Trials Experience in the drug label.
Postmarketing Experience
There is limited information regarding Sodium bicarbonate Postmarketing Experience in the drug label.
Drug Interactions
There is limited information regarding Sodium bicarbonate Drug Interactions in the drug label.
Use in Specific Populations
Pregnancy
Pregnancy Category (FDA):
There is no FDA guidance on usage of Sodium bicarbonate in women who are pregnant.
Pregnancy Category (AUS):
There is no Australian Drug Evaluation Committee (ADEC) guidance on usage of Sodium bicarbonate in women who are pregnant.
Labor and Delivery
There is no FDA guidance on use of Sodium bicarbonate during labor and delivery.
Nursing Mothers
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Sodium bicarbonate in women who are nursing.
Pediatric Use
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Sodium bicarbonate in pediatric settings.
Geriatic Use
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Sodium bicarbonate in geriatric settings.
Gender
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Sodium bicarbonate with respect to specific gender populations.
Race
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Sodium bicarbonate with respect to specific racial populations.
Renal Impairment
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Sodium bicarbonate in patients with renal impairment.
Hepatic Impairment
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Sodium bicarbonate in patients with hepatic impairment.
Females of Reproductive Potential and Males
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Sodium bicarbonate in women of reproductive potentials and males.
Immunocompromised Patients
There is no FDA guidance one the use of Sodium bicarbonate in patients who are immunocompromised.
Others
Administration and Monitoring
Administration
There is limited information regarding Sodium bicarbonate Administration in the drug label.
Monitoring
There is limited information regarding Sodium bicarbonate Monitoring in the drug label.
IV Compatibility
There is limited information regarding the compatibility of Sodium bicarbonate and IV administrations.
Overdosage
There is limited information regarding Sodium bicarbonate overdosage. If you suspect drug poisoning or overdose, please contact the National Poison Help hotline (1-800-222-1222) immediately.
Pharmacology
There is limited information regarding Sodium bicarbonate Pharmacology in the drug label.
Mechanism of Action
There is limited information regarding Sodium bicarbonate Mechanism of Action in the drug label.
Structure
There is limited information regarding Sodium bicarbonate Structure in the drug label.
Pharmacodynamics
There is limited information regarding Sodium bicarbonate Pharmacodynamics in the drug label.
Pharmacokinetics
There is limited information regarding Sodium bicarbonate Pharmacokinetics in the drug label.
Nonclinical Toxicology
There is limited information regarding Sodium bicarbonate Nonclinical Toxicology in the drug label.
Clinical Studies
There is limited information regarding Sodium bicarbonate Clinical Studies in the drug label.
How Supplied
There is limited information regarding Sodium bicarbonate How Supplied in the drug label.
Storage
There is limited information regarding Sodium bicarbonate Storage in the drug label.
Images
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Patient Counseling Information
There is limited information regarding Sodium bicarbonate Patient Counseling Information in the drug label.
Precautions with Alcohol
Alcohol-Sodium bicarbonate interaction has not been established. Talk to your doctor about the effects of taking alcohol with this medication.
Brand Names
There is limited information regarding Sodium bicarbonate Brand Names in the drug label.
Look-Alike Drug Names
There is limited information regarding Sodium bicarbonate Look-Alike Drug Names in the drug label.
Drug Shortage Status
Drug Shortage
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References
The contents of this FDA label are provided by the National Library of Medicine.
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