Generic name: sodium bicarbonate (oral route, intravenous route, subcutaneous route) [ SOE-dee-um-bye-KAR-bo-nate ]
Drug classes:Antacids, Minerals and electrolytes, Urinary pH modifiers
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Feb 9, 2022.
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Brioschi
- Neut
In Canada
- Sellymin
- Sodium Bicarbonate
Available Dosage Forms:
- Tablet
- Granule
- Solution
Therapeutic Class: Antacid, Sodium Bicarbonate Containing
Uses for Sellymin
Sodium bicarbonate , also known as baking soda, is used to relieve heartburn, sour stomach, or acid indigestion by neutralizing excess stomach acid. When used for this purpose, it is said to belong to the group of medicines called antacids. It may be used to treat the symptoms of stomach or duodenal ulcers. Sodium bicarbonate is also used to make the blood and urine more alkaline in certain conditions.
Antacids should not be given to young children (up to 6 years of age) unless prescribed by their doctor. Since children cannot usually describe their symptoms very well, a doctor should check the child before giving this medicine. The child may have a condition that needs other treatment. If so, antacids will not help and may even cause unwanted effects or make the condition worse.
Sodium bicarbonate for oral use is available without a prescription.
Before using Sellymin
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
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