SODIUM BICARB 1000 MG 30 CAPS.

DESCRIPTION Sodium Bicarbonate Injection, USP is a sterile, nonpyrogenic, hypertonic solution of sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO 3 ) in water for injection for administration by the intravenous route as an electrolyte replenisher and systemic alkalizer. Solution is offered in concentration of 8.4%. See table in HOW SUPPLIED section for contents and characteristics. The solution contains no bacteriostat, antimicrobial agent or added buffer and is intended only for use as a single-dose injection, the approximate pH of the solution is 8. When smaller doses are required, the unused portion should be discarded. Sodium bicarbonate, 84 mg is equal to one milliequivalent each of Na + and HCO 3 - . Sodium Bicarbonate, USP is chemically designated NaHCO 3 , a white crystalline powder soluble in water. Water for Injection, USP is chemically designated H 2 O.