Sodium Bicarbonate 8.4% Alpharabi
Sterile non-pyrogenic solution, isotonic solution, with a pH = 7.8 approximately
Product Name
Sodium Bicarbonate 8.4%
Composition
Each 1 ml contains:
Sodium bicarbonate 84 mg
Excipient ad 1 mlIndication
For the treatment of cases of acidosis in various animals caused by:
- Rumen hyper-tolerance to carbohydrates in ruminants, resulting from eating excessive amounts of energy-rich feed.
- Acute kidney diseases.
- Uncontrolled diabetes in dogs.
- Diarrhea accompanied by a loss of a large amount of bicarbonate, and diarrhea in dehydrated calves.Usage
Intravenous Injection
Dosage
for different animals: 2 - 5 ml \1 kg of b.wt.
Generally, the dosage depends on the pH of the blood estimated by your veterinarian.Precautions
- It is given by intravenous injection only.
- It can be administered directly intravenously, but it is recommended to administer it with intravenous isotonic solutions.
- It is recommended to infuse the recommended dose over a period of 4-8 hours, as this is the best way to return the blood to its normal pH level.
- The package is a single dose, therefore; It is better to discard the rest.
- Use only a clear solution that does not contain sediment.
- It should not be given to animals deficient in the chloride ions.
- Not given to animals with alkalosis.
- It should not be given at the same time with solutions of intravenous calcium solution, atropine, florfenicol, and penicillin.
- Excessive doses cause alkalosis.
- Giving the animal a large amount in a short time; It may cause a Heart failure.Withdrawal Period
None
Storage
In a dark, dry place at room temperature, out of the reach of children