Sodium Bicarbonate Injection

[Indications] It is indicated for the treatment of metabolic acidosis when sodium bicarbonate replacement is clinically appropriate.

[Usage and dosage] For adults and pediatric patients aged 2 years and older, one labeled regimen is 2–5 mEq/kg administered by intravenous infusion over 4–8 hours, depending on the severity of acidosis and laboratory results. For children younger than 2 years, including neonates, the labeled dose is 1–2 mEq/kg over 4–8 hours. Avoid rapid administration of this formulation.