FDA Label for Sodium Bicarbonate

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Sodium Bicarbonate Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Twin Med Llc. The document includes published materials associated whith this product with the essential scientific information about this product as well as other prescribing information. Product labels may durg indications and usage, generic names, contraindications, active ingredients, strength dosage, routes of administration, appearance, warnings, inactive ingredients, etc.

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Drug Facts


Active Ingredient (In Each Tablet)



Sodium Bicarbonate 10 gr (650 mg)


Purpose



Antacid


Uses



relieves

  • acid indigestion
  • heartburn
  • sour stomach
  • upset stomach associated with these symptoms

Otc - Do Not Use



Do not take more than 24 tablets for adults up to 60 years of age (or 12 tablets for adults 60 years of age and older) in a 24 hour period nor use maximum dosage for more than 2 weeks, except under the advice and supervision of a physician. 


Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have



a sodium restricted diet.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug. Antacids may interact with certain prescription drugs.


Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If



symptoms last more than 2 weeks.


If Pregnant Or Breast -Feeding,



ask a health professional before use.


Keep Out Of Reach Of Children.



In case of accidental overdose, seek professional assistance or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.


Directions



  • do not use the maximum dosage for more than 2 weeks
  • tablets may be swallowed whole or dissolved in water prior to use
  • adults 60 years of age and over: 1-2 tablets every 4 hours, not more than 12 tablets in 24 hours
  • adults under 60 years of age: 1-4 tablets every 4 hours, not more than 24 tablets in 24 hours

Other Information



  • each tablet contains:sodium 178 mg (7.74 meq)
  • store at room temperature 15-30°C (59-86°F)

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