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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Sodium Bi Carbonate is used to treat acid indigestion, heartburn, sour stomach, and stomach upset. It may also be prescribed to make the blood or urine less acidic in certain conditions. It contains Sodium bicarbonate, which helps neutralise the acidic pH in the stomach. In some cases, it may cause side effects such as dry mouth, urinating more than usual, and increased thirst. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.

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Composition :

SODIUM BICARBONATE

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Xion Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Sodium Bi Carbonate

Sodium Bi Carbonate is mainly used to treat acid indigestion, heartburn, sour stomach, and stomach upset. Sodium Bi Carbonate may also be prescribed to make the blood or urine less acidic in certain conditions. It helps correct the acid-alkaline balance in the body.

Sodium Bi Carbonate contains sodium bicarbonate, which helps neutralize the stomach's acidic pH. Thereby, Sodium Bi Carbonate helps to provide relief from acidity.

Sometimes, you may experience common side effects such as dry mouth, urinating more than usual, and increased thirst. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually. However, talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Inform your doctor if you have any conditions like high blood pressure, kidney, liver or heart disease, or have recently had bleeding in the stomach. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Uses of Sodium Bi Carbonate

Sodium Bi Carbonate is used in the treatment of heartburn, indigestion, stomach upset, and sour stomach. The detailed uses of Sodium Bi Carbonate are as follows:

  • Heartburn: Sodium Bi Carbonate treats heartburn by neutralizing stomach acid and providing quick relief from burning sensations in the chest and throat.
  • Indigestion: Sodium Bi Carbonate relieves indigestion by balancing stomach pH and alleviating discomfort caused by excess acid.
  • Stomach Upset: Sodium Bi Carbonate reduces stomach upset and conditions like sour stomach and acidity by reducing acidity, soothing the stomach lining, and restoring a balanced digestive environment.

Directions for Use

  • Sodium Bi Carbonate can be taken with or without food.
  • It is usually taken one to four times a day or as recommended by your doctor.
  • Dissolve Sodium Bi Carbonate in a glass of water and consume it immediately.
  • Do not store the mixture for later use.
  • Avoid touching the granules with wet or unclean hands to prevent contamination.

Medicinal Benefits

  • Sodium Bi Carbonate belongs to a group of medicines called alkalinising agents used to correct the acid-alkaline balance in the body.
  • Sodium Bi Carbonate is used to treat acid indigestion, heartburn, sour stomach, and stomach upset.
  • Sodium Bi Carbonate can also be prescribed to make the blood or urine less acidic in certain conditions.
  • Sodium Bi Carbonate helps neutralise the acidic pH in the stomach. Thereby, Sodium Bi Carbonate helps to provide relief from acidity.

How Sodium Bi Carbonate Works

Sodium Bi Carbonate contains sodium bicarbonate, which helps neutralise the stomach's acidic pH. Thereby, Sodium Bi Carbonate helps to provide relief from acidity.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Sodium Bi Carbonate out of reach and sight of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Sodium Bi Carbonate

Take Sodium Bi Carbonate only as prescribed by the physician. Avoid exceeding the recommended dose as it could lead to an overdose. Symptoms of overdose may include muscle spasms and seizures. If you experience these symptoms or suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

Drug Warnings

  • Do not take Sodium Bi Carbonate if you are allergic to any of its components.
  • Inform your doctor if you have blood abnormalities, kidney stones, high blood pressure, kidney failure, heart failure, fluid retention, or if your breathing is slower than usual.
  • Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding.
  • Sodium Bi Carbonate should not be given to children unless prescribed by the doctor.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol, as it can lead to increased production of stomach acid, thereby increasing acidity and heartburn.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Sodium bicarbonateDolutegravir
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Sodium bicarbonateGefitinib
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Drug-Drug Interactions

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Sodium bicarbonateDolutegravir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Sodium Bi Carbonate 20 gm:
Co-administration of Sodium Bi Carbonate 20 gm and Dolutegravir reduces the levels of Dolutegravir, resulting in reduced effectiveness.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Dolutegravir and Sodium Bi Carbonate 20 gm together can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience symptoms like fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, red or inflamed skin, and pain or burning during urination, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
Sodium bicarbonateGefitinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Sodium Bi Carbonate 20 gm:
Taking Sodium Bi Carbonate 20 gm with Gefitinib together can reduce the levels and treatment outcomes of Gefitinib.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Gefitinib and Sodium Bi Carbonate 20 gm together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. Contact your doctor if your symptoms do not improve. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat smaller meals more often.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption. Alcohol intake leads to increased production of stomach acid, thereby increasing acidity and heartburn.
  • Maintain a healthy weight by regular exercising.
  • Avoid lying down after eating as it causes acid reflux.
  • Avoid tight-fitting clothes as it might increase the pressure on the abdomen, leading to acid reflux.
  • Practise relaxation techniques and avoid stress by doing yoga or meditation.
  • Avoid foods such as high-fat, spicy food, chocolates, citrus fruits, pineapple, tomato, onion, garlic, tea, and soda. 
  • Avoid sitting continuously, as it may trigger acidity. Take a 5-minute break every hour by brisk walking or stretching.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTACIDS
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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Sodium Bi Carbonate. Alcohol intake leads to increased production of stomach acid, thereby increasing acidity and heartburn.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Sodium Bi Carbonate belongs to pregnancy category C. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will decide whether breastfeeding mothers can take Sodium Bi Carbonate.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Sodium Bi Carbonate is unlikely to affect your ability to drive and handle machinery.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Dose adjustment may be needed. Consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Dose adjustment may be needed. Consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Consult your doctor

Sodium Bi Carbonate should not be given to children unless prescribed by the doctor.

Have a query?

FAQs

Sodium Bi Carbonate is an antacid that helps neutralize stomach acid during indigestion and heartburn. Sodium Bi Carbonate may also be prescribed to make the blood or urine less acidic in certain conditions.

Sodium Bi Carbonate has alkaline pH, which helps in neutralising the acidic pH in the stomach. Thereby, Sodium Bi Carbonate helps to provide relief from acidity and heartburn.

Do not take Sodium Bi Carbonate for longer than two weeks unless prescribed by the doctor. If there is no symptomatic improvement despite using Sodium Bi Carbonate for 1-2 weeks, consult your doctor.

Sodium Bi Carbonate can be taken with other medicines if prescribed by the doctor. However, you are advised to maintain a gap of 2 hours between Sodium Bi Carbonate and other medicines.

Dry mouth could be a side-effect of Sodium Bi Carbonate. Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking, drinking water regularly and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might stimulate saliva and prevent drying of the mouth.

Country of origin

India
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Author Details

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Written By

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

Dr Aneela SiddabathuniDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Aug 18, 2025 | 1:00 PM IST

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Reference

  1. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2005/077394lbl.pdf
  2. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.3697.pdf
  3. https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/fda/fdaDrugXsl.cfm?setid=3cb67478-1a51-4e7d-a529-79029655f5d9&type=display
  4. https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a682001.html
  5. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/sodium-bicarbonate.html

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