Sodalez-500-mg

Sodium Bicarbonate 500 mg:

Acts as an antacid that neutralizes stomach acid.

Uses:

Antacid: Relieves heartburn, indigestion, and upset stomach.

Metabolic Acidosis: Treats conditions where the body produces too much acid, such as renal tubular acidosis and certain drug overdoses.

Chronic Kidney Disease: Helps to manage metabolic acidosis in CKD patients.

Urinary Alkalinization: Prevents certain types of kidney stones and enhances the excretion of some drugs in overdose cases.

Administration: Typically taken orally in tablet or powder form, dissolved in water.

Side Effects: Possible side effects include gas, bloating, increased thirst, and in high doses, it can cause alkalosis (an overly alkaline condition in the body).

As with any medication, it is important to use sodium bicarbonate under the guidance of a healthcare provider to ensure proper usage and to avoid potential interactions or side effects.