SODAC 8.4% INJECTION (Sodium Bicarbonate 8.4%)

Description

Sodac Injection is used as an antacid that helps in neutralizing stomach acid during indigestion and heartburn. It works by increasing the pH of your blood and urine, which corrects metabolic acidosis (high acid levels in your body).

Sodac Injection is available on prescription in oral, injection and ear drop forms. The tablet form is used as an antacid which helps in neutralizing stomach acid during indigestion and heartburn. Injection form is used in the treatment of metabolic acidosis resulting from many clinical conditions. The ear drop form is used to soften the dry and hardened ear wax.

Sodac Injection may cause some side effects like dry mouth, increased thirst; or urinating more than usual. Inform your doctor if these side effects persist for a long time.

Sodac Injection is not recommended in children below 12 years of age. Inform your doctor if you have any stomach, kidney or liver troubles before taking this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Sodac Injection
Headache
Nausea or Vomiting
Muscle pain or twitching
Slow breathing
Increased thirst
Stomach cramps
Frequent urge to urinate
Loss of appetite
Unpleasant taste
Mood or mental changes
Unsual tiredness or weakness
Flatulence (Passing of gas)

Uses of Sodac Injection

What is it prescribed for?
Metabolic Acidosis
Diabetic ketoacidosis
Urine alkalinization
Indigestion
Hyperkalemia

When not to use?

Allergy
Avoid taking Sodac Injection if you are previously allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulties, etc.
Hypertension
Hypertension is an increase in blood pressure. Sodac Injection is not recommended if you have high blood pressure as it may worsen your condition.
Aldosteronism
Aldosteronism (a condition caused due to overproduction of a hormone, Aldosterone). Sodac Injection is not recommended if you have Aldosteronism as it may cause major side effects.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
It is not known whether Sodac Injection is harmful to the foetus. However, this medicine may create fluid buildup in your body, which can lead to other problems. If you are pregnant, do not use this medication without consulting your doctor.
Breast-feeding
It is not known whether Sodac Injection passes into breast milk. Hence, if you are breastfeeding, you should consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Sodium and water retention
Sodac Injection can cause sodium and water retention, resulting in hypernatremia (high level of sodium in your blood), hypokalemia (low blood potassium levels), and worsening of congestive heart failure/heart attack. Hence, take this medicine with caution if you have any preexisting conditions.
Kidney impairment
Sodac Injection should be used with caution if you have kidney problems. Long term use of this medicine can lead to progressive kidney damage.
Liver impairment
Sodac Injection should be used with caution if you have liver problems as this medicine may damage your liver further leading to side effects.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Oral Form: If you have missed taking Sodac Injection at a scheduled time, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for your next dose, skip the dose. Avoid taking two doses together at once to make up for the missed one.

Parenteral Form: Since Sodac Injection is usually administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical/hospital setting, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.

Ear drops: If you have forgotten to take this medicine at a scheduled time, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for your next dose, skip the dose. Avoid taking two doses together at once to make up for the missed one
Overdose
Oral Form: Never take more than the prescribed dose. Seek emergency medical treatment in case you suspect an overdose of Sodac Injection.

Parenteral Form: Since this medicine is given in the hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very less. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by your doctor if an overdose is suspected.

Eardrop: Do not use it more than the prescribed dose as it may lead to ear irritation. Seek immediate medical attention in case of overdose.

Interactions

General Instructions
Oral Form: Take Sodac Injection exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
Do not take in larger or smaller quantities than recommended.
Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects.
Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Parenteral Form: Sodac Injection is usually administered in the clinical/hospital setting under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional.
Follow all the instructions given by your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you have a known allergy to this medicine.
Report all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions to your doctor before receiving this medicine.

Ear drops: Sodac Injection should be used as prescribed by your doctor, follow all the instructions present in the package leaflet.