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Sodium Bicarbonate 150Meq/L/D5W Inj
Sodium bicarbonate helps regulate acid-base balance by increasing blood pH.
Sodium bicarbonate helps regulate acid-base balance by increasing blood pH. Used for Treatment of metabolic acidosis.
At a glance
| Generic name | Sodium Bicarbonate 150Meq/L/D5W Inj |
|---|---|
| Also known as | 8.4% sodium bicarbonate intravenous form |
| Sponsor | Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust |
| Drug class | Buffer |
| Modality | Small molecule |
| Therapeutic area | Cardiovascular |
| Phase | Phase 3 |
Mechanism of action
It does this by releasing hydrogen ions and accepting bicarbonate ions, which helps to counteract acidosis. This can be particularly useful in treating conditions such as metabolic acidosis.
Approved indications
- Treatment of metabolic acidosis
Common side effects
- Metabolic alkalosis
Key clinical trials
Primary sources
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |
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