Sod Bicarbonate
DRUG DESCRIPTION
Sodium Bicarbonate Injection, USP is a sterile, nonpyrogenic, hypertonic solution of sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3 ) in water for injection for administration by the intravenous route as an electrolyte replenisher and systemic alkalizer.
Solutions are offered in concentrations of 4.2%, 5.0%, 7.5% and 8.4%. See table in HOW SUPPLIED section for contents and characteristics.
Solution in LVP container has 0.9 mg/mL of edetate disodium, anhydrous added as a stabilizer.
The solutions contain no bacteriostat, antimicrobial agent or added buffer and are intended only for use as a single-dose injection. When smaller doses are required, the unused portion should be discarded with the entire unit.
Sodium bicarbonate, 84 mg is equal to one milliequivalent each of Na+ and HCO3. Sodium Bicarbonate, USP is chemically designated NaHCO3 , a white crystalline powder soluble in water.
Water for Injection USP is chemically designated H2O.
Generic Name: Sodium Bicarbonate
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