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Sodium bicarbonate

Generic Name
Sodium bicarbonate
Brand Names
Alka-seltzer, Alka-seltzer Fruit Chews, Alka-seltzer Heartburn Relief, Bi-peglyte, Bibag, Bicart, Bss Ophthalmic Solution, Ceo-two, Colyte, Gavilyte-C, Gavilyte-G, Gavilyte-H and Bisacodyl, Gavilyte-N, Golytely, H.E.L.P.bicel, Hema Bp-38, Hemacart, Konvomep, Nulytely, Peglyte, Phoxillum, Physioneal 40, Prismasol, Zegerid, Zegerid Reformulated Aug 2006, Zegerid With Magnesium Hydroxide
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
CHNaO3
CAS Number
144-55-8
Unique Ingredient Identifier
8MDF5V39QO
Background

Sodium bicarbonate is a white, crystalline powder that is commonly used as a pH buffering agent, an electrolyte replenisher, systemic alkalizer and in topical cleansing solutions.

Indication

Sodium bicarbonate is used for the treatment of metabolic acidosis which may occur in severe renal disease, uncontrolled diabetes, circulatory insufficiency due to shock or severe dehydration, extracorporeal circulation of blood, cardiac arrest and severe primary lactic acidosis. Also is indicated in severe diarrhea which is often accompanied by a significant loss of bicarbonate. Further indicated in the treatment of certain drug intoxications, including barbiturates (where dissociation of the barbiturateprotein complex is desired), in poisoning by salicylates or methyl alcohol and in hemolytic reactions requiring alkalinization of the urine to diminish nephrotoxicity of blood pigments.

Associated Conditions
Barbiturate intoxication, Breast Cancer, Constipation, Dental Decay, Duodenal Ulcer, Dyspepsia, Gastro-esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gingival Bleeding, Heartburn, Helicobacter Infections, Hyperkalemia, Ischaemia, Metabolic Acidosis, Myocardial Infarction, Plaque, Dental, Pruritis of the skin, Skin Irritation, Upper GI Bleeding, Upset stomach, Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome, Abdominal bloating, Benign, active Gastric Ulcer, Methyl alcohol poisoning, Prophylaxis of Contrast-induced nephropathy, Salicylate poisoning, Severe Diarrhea, Swelling of the gums
Associated Therapies
Bowel preparation therapy

Use of Sodium Bicarbonate As Prophylaxis for Kidney Damage in Patients with Heatstroke

Not Applicable
Recruiting
Conditions
Heat Stroke
Acute Kidney Injury
Acute Kidney Injury Due to Hypovolaemia
Interventions
Other: No intervention
First Posted Date
2024-10-02
Last Posted Date
2024-10-02
Lead Sponsor
Hospital General de Mexicali
Target Recruit Count
1
Registration Number
NCT06622525
Locations
🇲🇽

Hospital General de Mexicali, Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico

Impact of Sodium Bicarbonate on 24-hour Urine Parameters in Hypocitriuric and Uric Acid Stone Formers

Phase 1
Not yet recruiting
Conditions
Uric Acid Stones
Interventions
First Posted Date
2024-03-28
Last Posted Date
2025-01-27
Lead Sponsor
University of California, Irvine
Target Recruit Count
100
Registration Number
NCT06335537
Locations
🇺🇸

University of California, Irvine Medical Center, Orange, California, United States

A Drug-Drug Interaction Study of Orforglipron (LY3502970) in Healthy Overweight and Obese Participants

First Posted Date
2024-01-02
Last Posted Date
2024-07-22
Lead Sponsor
Eli Lilly and Company
Target Recruit Count
50
Registration Number
NCT06186622
Locations
🇺🇸

Fortrea Clinical Research Unit Inc., Dallas, Texas, United States

Dietary Acid Reduction and Progression of Chronic Kidney Disease

Not Applicable
Completed
Conditions
Cardiovascular Diseases
Hypertension
Chronic Kidney Diseases
Interventions
Other: Fruits and vegetables (F+V)
Other: Usual Care
First Posted Date
2023-09-21
Last Posted Date
2023-09-21
Lead Sponsor
University of Texas at Austin
Target Recruit Count
153
Registration Number
NCT06046924

Combination of Buffered Anesthetic to Treat Mandibular Molars

Phase 4
Terminated
Conditions
Symptomatic Irreversible Pulpitis
Interventions
First Posted Date
2023-09-21
Last Posted Date
2025-05-13
Lead Sponsor
Indiana University
Target Recruit Count
40
Registration Number
NCT06047366
Locations
🇺🇸

ndiana University School of Dentistry Graduate Endodontics Dept., Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

Neurovascular Regulation During Exercise in Humans With Chronic Kidney Disease: Sympatholysis in CKD

Phase 2
Recruiting
Conditions
Chronic Kidney Disease
Interventions
Behavioral: Exercise Training
Drug: Placebo
First Posted Date
2023-07-03
Last Posted Date
2023-07-03
Lead Sponsor
Emory University
Target Recruit Count
156
Registration Number
NCT05928936
Locations
🇺🇸

Emory Clinic, Atlanta, Georgia, United States

🇺🇸

Atlanta VA Medical Center, Decatur, Georgia, United States

Is Hyaluronic Acid Gel Effective on Oral Mucositis in Children Who Receiving Chemotherapy

Phase 4
Completed
Conditions
Oral Mucositis
Interventions
First Posted Date
2023-04-18
Last Posted Date
2023-04-18
Lead Sponsor
Yuzuncu Yıl University
Target Recruit Count
40
Registration Number
NCT05818007
Locations
🇹🇷

Yuzuncu Yil University, Van, Turkey

SAINT: Safe Induction of Labor Trial

Phase 3
Recruiting
Conditions
Labor Complication
Induced; Birth
Pregnancy Related
Interventions
First Posted Date
2023-02-09
Last Posted Date
2024-04-04
Lead Sponsor
Oslo University Hospital
Target Recruit Count
3000
Registration Number
NCT05719467
Locations
🇳🇴

Akershus University Hospital, Lørenskog, Norway

🇳🇴

Oslo University Hospital Ullevål, Oslo, Norway

🇳🇴

The University Hospital of North Norway, Tromsø, Norway

and more 2 locations

SODium BICarbonate for Metabolic Acidosis in the ICU

Phase 3
Recruiting
Conditions
Metabolic Acidosis
Shock
Interventions
Drug: 5% Dextrose
First Posted Date
2023-01-26
Last Posted Date
2024-06-21
Lead Sponsor
Australian and New Zealand Intensive Care Research Centre
Target Recruit Count
500
Registration Number
NCT05697770
Locations
🇳🇿

Auckland City Hospital, Auckland, New Zealand

🇦🇺

Canberra Hospital, Garran, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

🇦🇺

Mater Hospital, South Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

and more 24 locations

Sodium Bicarbonate for Acute Peripheral Vertigo

Not Applicable
Recruiting
Conditions
Peripheral Vertigo
Interventions
First Posted Date
2023-01-09
Last Posted Date
2023-07-12
Lead Sponsor
National Taiwan University Hospital
Target Recruit Count
225
Registration Number
NCT05676216
Locations
🇨🇳

National Taiwan University Yunlin Branch, Yunlin County, Taiwan

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