Sodium Bicarbonate 650 mg

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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

Warnings

OTC - DO NOT USE SECTION

Do not use this product if you are on a sodium-restricted diet unless directed by a doctor. 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. As with any drug, if you are pregnant or nursing a baby, seek advice of a health professional before using this product.

Stomach Warning

TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, DO NOT TAKE UNTIL TABLET IS COMPLETELY DISSOLVED IT IS VERY IMPORTANT NOT TO TAKE THIS PRODUCT WHEN OVERLY FULL FROM FOOD OR DRINK.

Consult a doctor if severe stomach pain occurs after taking this product.

Drug Interaction Precaution

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

OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION

KEEP THIS AND ALL DRUGS OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. In case of accidental overdose, seek professional assistance or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

Directions

Adults

Take 1 tablet, dissolved in a glass of water, as needed. Maximum daily dose for adults up to 60 years of age is 24 tablets. Maximum daily dose for adults 60 years of age or older is 12 tablets. Dissolve completely in water before drinking.

DO NOT EXCEED RECOMMENDED DOSE. Not recommended for children.

Other information

• each tablet contains: sodium 178 mg (7.74 mEq)
• store at room temperature 15º-30ºC (59º-86°F) in a well-closed container as defined in the USP

Inactive ingredients

Microcrystalline cellulose and stearic acid, magnesium stearate