Hco3 Plus 500 Tablet

Composition of Hco3 Plus 500 Tablet

Hco3 Plus 500 Tablet contains Sodium Bicarbonate (500mg). It belongs to the Antacid / H2 blocker class of medicines.

Uses of Hco3 Plus 500 Tablet

Management of Metabolic acidosis

Key benefits

• In Management of Metabolic acidosis Hco3 Plus 500mg Tablet helps manage metabolic acidosis
• a condition where the body produces too much acid or cannot remove it effectively
• leading to a decrease in blood pH. This often occurs in people with chronic kidney disease
• diabetic ketoacidosis
• or severe dehydration
• and can cause fatigue
• shortness of breath
• and muscle weakness. Hco3 Plus 500mg Tablet acts as an alkalinizing agent that neutralizes excess acid and restores the body’s normal pH balance. Correcting this imbalance improves breathing
• relieves discomfort related to acid buildup.

How Hco3 Plus 500 Tablet works

Hco3 Plus 500mg Tablet works primarily by providing a source of bicarbonate ions to the body. Hco3 Plus 500mg Tablet neutralizes the acidity in the stomach, providing relief from the discomfort of acid reflux or heartburn. It can help temporarily increase the pH of the blood, making it less acidic. This property can be useful in certain medical situations, such as metabolic acidosis, where the body becomes too acidic due to conditions like kidney dysfunction or severe dehydration. Hco3 Plus 500mg Tablet may also help in cases where the urine needs to be less acidic, such as when trying to promote the excretion of certain drugs or when managing certain urinary tract conditions.

How to take Hco3 Plus 500 Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Hco3 Plus 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Hco3 Plus 500mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause severe loose motions or constipation and disturb the body's salt balance. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Hco3 Plus 500 Tablet

Most side effects of Hco3 Plus are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Hco3 Plus 500 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

This is for short-term relief. See a doctor if you need it most days for more than a couple of weeks. Seek urgent care for chest pain that spreads to the arm or jaw, comes with sweating or breathlessness — do not assume it is acidity. Antacids interfere with the absorption of many other medicines. Take them at least two hours apart from anything else.

Do not take Hco3 Plus if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Magnesium-containing antacids are avoided in significant kidney disease.

Interactions with other medicines

Reduces the absorption of thyroid tablets, iron, and several antibiotics — separate them by at least two hours.

How to store Hco3 Plus 500 Tablet

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Hco3 Plus 500 Tablet

Take Hco3 Plus 500mg Tablet at least 1 to 2 hours before or after other medications, as it may affect their absorption. Avoid taking it with large meals regularly, as excessive use can lead to rebound acidity. Avoid Hco3 Plus 500mg Tablet, if you show signs of appendicitis or inflammed bowel (such as lower abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, nausea, vomiting). Please consult your doctor. Do not use it as a long-term solution for heartburn or acidity without medical supervision. Monitor sodium intake if you have high blood pressure, kidney issues, or are on a salt-restricted diet. Dissolve the Hco3 Plus 500mg Tablet completely in water before consuming to reduce the risk of stomach discomfort.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

DELVIN

Therapeutic class:

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Drug class:

Antacid / H2 blocker

Chemical class:

Organic carbonic acids