Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection
Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection is a medicine used in the treatment of metabolic acidosis, severe diarrhea, acidity, and poisoning. It works by increasing the pH of blood and urine. It also speeds up the removal of toxic substances from the body in certain types of poisoning and helps replenish salt and electrolyte levels.
Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection
Basic Information
Important information about this medicine
About This Medicine
General information about this product
Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection is a medicine used in the treatment of metabolic acidosis, severe diarrhea, acidity, and poisoning. It works by increasing the pH of blood and urine. It also speeds up the removal of toxic substances from the body in certain types of poisoning and helps replenish salt and electrolyte levels.
Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection is a medicine used in the treatment of metabolic acidosis, severe diarrhea, acidity, and poisoning. It works by increasing the pH of blood and urine. It also speeds up the removal of toxic substances from the body in certain types of poisoning and helps replenish salt and electrolyte levels.
Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection is generally administered by a doctor or a nurse. Do not self-administered the injection. To get the most benefit, take this medicine at evenly spaced times and continue using it until your prescription is finished, even if your symptoms disappear after a few days. Take this medicine in dose and duration as advised by your doctor as excess intake of this medicine can disturb the fine balance of electrolytes and can cause unwanted side effects.
This medicine generally safe with little or no side effects. However, in some cases it may cause dry mouth, increased thirst, and frequent urination. If you experience any of this side effect, you should let your doctor know. They may be able to suggest ways to reduce the symptoms.
It is important to consult a doctor before taking this medicine if you are suffering from severe stomach and kidney disease. It is an effective medicine with very little side effects like dry mouth and increased thirst. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
03Uses
Treatment of Metabolic acidosis
Treatment of Drug intoxication
Treatment of Severe Diarrhea
04How To Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
05How It Works
Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection is an alkalizer. It works by increasing the pH of blood and urine, thereby correcting metabolic acidosis (high acid levels in the body). It also speeds up the removal of toxic substances from the body in certain types of poisoning. In case of excessive fluid loss (such as in diarrhea), it works by replenishing salt and electrolyte levels.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
Q: What if you forget to take Biogen Injection?
A: If you miss a dose of Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
07Benefits
In Treatment of Metabolic acidosis
Metabolic acidosis is a condition in which there is too much acid in the body. Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection neutralizes the acid produced in the stomach and thus reduces irritation in the stomach and intestine. This further prevents complications that may arise due to metabolic acidosis such as osteoporosis, kidney damage, weakening of muscles, fatigue etc. It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the most benefit.
08Side Effects
No common side effects seen
09Safety Information
Alcohol:UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:SAFE
Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney:CAUTION
Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:CAUTION
Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
References
Sources and references
McQuaid KR. Drugs Used in the Treatment of Gastrointestinal Diseases. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 1069.
Sodium bicarbonate. Lane Cove West, New South Wales: Phebra Pty Ltd.; 2007 [revised 18 Sep. 2013]. [Accessed 19 Jun. 2019] (online) Available from: View
Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-S198. [Accessed 28 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from: View
Sodium Bicarbonate [Product Information]. Auckland, New Zealand: : AFT Pharmaceuticals Ltd.; 2021. [Accessed 06 Aug. 2023]. (online) Available from: View
