Auxisoda 1000mg Sachet 1.2Gm

INTRODUCTION

AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET contains Sodium Bicarbonate, which belongs to the group of medicines called alkalizers. It is used for the treatment of indigestion and metabolic acidosis (a condition in which the amount of acid in body fluids is increased, causing palpitations, vomiting, confusion, nausea, etc.) caused by severe kidney disorders, uncontrolled diabetes, severe lactic acidosis or severe dehydration. It is also used as a replacement therapy for severe diarrhoea and to reduce the occurrence of chemical phlebitis (irritation caused by too acidic I.V. drugs and fluids).

AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET is not recommended for use in patients who have high alkali levels in the blood, low blood calcium levels or low levels of stomach acid. It is also not recommended in patients who have previously experienced heart failure, have kidney or liver problems, seizures, high blood pressure or breathing difficulties. Consult your doctor before taking AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET.

AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET should only be used in pregnant or breastfeeding women when absolutely necessary. AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET is not recommended for use by children. The most common side effects after taking AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET are abdominal pain, flatulence (gas), high blood pressure, etc. Consult your doctor immediately if any of the side effects worsen.

USES OF AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET

Treats:

• indigestion
• metabolic acidosis (condition in which acid amount in body fluid is increased) due to severe kidney disorder, uncontrolled diabetes, severe lactic acidosis, severe dehydration etc.
• It is also indicated as replacement therapy in severe diarrhoea, for reducing incidence of chemical phlebitis (irritation caused due to I.V. drugs and fluids which are too acidic.

HOW AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET WORKS

AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET works by increasing plasma bicarbonate levels, which in result buffers excess hydrogen ion concentration and increases the pH and hence relieving symptoms of acidity and metabolic acidosis.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET as advised by your physician. Dissolve spoonful of AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET in warm water and consume. Your doctor will decide the exact dose and duration of treatment for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

SIDE EFFECTS OF AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Stomach pain:

Try to rest and relax. Eat small meals but take frequently. Keep a heat pad on your stomach. Contact your doctor in case the stomach pain does not improve.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

PREGNANCY

AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET should be used in pregnant women only when clearly necessary therefore consult your doctor before taking AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET.

BREASTFEEDING

AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET should be used in breastfeeding women only when clearly necessary as it may pass through breast milk therefore consult your doctor before taking AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET.

DRIVING AND USING MACHINES

AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET have no effect on ability to drive or operating machinery.

KIDNEY

AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET is not recommended for use in patients who have kidney problems therefore consult your doctor before taking AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET.

LIVER

AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET is not recommended for use in patients who have liver problems therefore consult your doctor before taking AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET.

ALLERGY

Do not take AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET if you are allergic to Sodium Bicarbonate or any other ingredients of this medicine.

LUNGS

AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET is not recommended for use in patients who have breathing problems such as pulmonary oedema therefore consult your doctor before taking AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET.

HEART DISEASE

AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET is not recommended for use in patients who have suffered heart failure, high blood pressure therefore consult your doctor before taking AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET.

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before taking AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine:

• antibiotics such as rifampicin, tetracycline, benzyl penicillin potassium (medicines used for bacterial infections)
• ketoconazole, itraconazole (medicine used for treatment of fungal infection)
• phenothiazines, gabapentin, phenytoin (medicines used for treatment of anxiety or depression)
• corticosteroids such as daflazacort (to treat swelling and inflammation or for allergic reactions)
• lithium (for mental illness)
• methotrexate (medicine used for treatment of certain types of tumours, psoriasis or rheumatoid arthritis)
• quinidine or dipyridamole (medicine used to treat heart rhythm disorders)
• ephedrine (medicines used for treatment of breathing problems)
• chloroquine (medicines used for prevention or treatment of malaria)
• penicillamine (medicine used for treatment rheumatism)
• dipyridamole (medicine used for prevention blood clots associated with heart problems)
• adrenaline hydrochloride (medicine used for treatment of severe allergic reactions)
• carmustine, nilotinib (medicines used in cancer treatment)
• glycopyrronium bromide (a medicine used to reduce saliva secretion)
• isoprenaline hydrochloride, digoxin or dipyridamole (medicines used treatment of various heart problems)
• suxamethonium chloride (medicine used as muscle relaxant)
• lithium (a medicine used for treatment of manic depression)
• lansoprazole (a medicine used for treatment of stomach ulcers and acidity)
• levothyroxine (a medicine used for treatment of hypoactive thyroid)
• mycophenolate (a medicine used to stop transplant rejection)
• rosuvastatin (a medicine used for treatment of high cholesterol levels)
• hydrochloroquine (a medicine used for treatment of arthritis)
• penicillamine (medicine used treatment of rheumatoid arthritis)
• fexofenadine (a medicine used for treatment of allergic reactions)
• sulpiride (medicine used for treatment of schizophrenia)
• Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as aspirin, diflunisal (medicines used for pain management)
• ACE inhibitors such as captopril, enalapril (medicines used for treatment of for heart failure or high blood pressure)
• antivirals for viral infections such as atazanavir, tipranavir (medicines used for treatment of viral infections)
• bisphosphonates (medicines used for treatment of osteoporosis)

Overdosage:

In case you or anybody else accidently take too much of AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET then consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose of AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET are shortness of breath, muscle weakness, uncontrolled shaking of body, unconsciousness.

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

• Keep AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET out of reach of children
• Store AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET below 25 degrees

FAQs ABOUT AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET

1. What is AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET used for?

AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET contains sodium bicarbonate, which belongs to the group of medicines called alkalizers. It is used for the treatment of indigestion and metabolic acidosis (a condition in which the amount of acid in body fluids is increased, causing palpitations, vomiting, confusion, nausea, etc.) caused by severe kidney disorders, uncontrolled diabetes, severe lactic acidosis or severe dehydration. It is also used as a replacement therapy for severe diarrhoea and to reduce the occurrence of chemical phlebitis (irritation caused by too acidic I.V. drugs and fluids).

2. How does AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET work?

AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET works by increasing plasma bicarbonate levels, which in turn buffers excess hydrogen ions and increases the pH, thereby relieving symptoms of acidity and metabolic acidosis.

3. Who should not take AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET?

AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET should not be used in patients who have high alkali levels in their blood, low blood calcium levels, low stomach acid, have had heart failure, kidney problems, liver problems, high blood pressure, breathing problems such as pulmonary oedema, seizures, are losing more chloride through vomiting or continuous gastrointestinal suction or are on a low sodium diet.

4. What are the applications of AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET?

It is used to treat indigestion, metabolic acidosis (a condition in which the amount of acid in the body fluid increases) caused by severe kidney disease, uncontrolled diabetes, severe lactic acidosis, severe dehydration and other conditions. It is also used as a replacement therapy in severe diarrhoea to reduce the occurrence of chemical phlebitis (irritation caused by too acidic I.V. drugs and fluids).

5. How should I take AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET?

Take AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET as advised by your physician. Dissolve a spoonful of AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET in warm water and consume. For insect bites and sunburn, dissolve a spoonful of AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET in warm water and apply to the affected area with a cotton pellet. Your doctor will decide the exact dose and duration of treatment for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

6. Is AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET safe for pregnant and breast-feeding women?

No, AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET should be used only when clearly necessary in pregnant and breastfeeding women; therefore, consult your doctor before using AUXISODA 1000MG SACHET.

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AUTHOR DETAILS

Written By Dr. Dhivakaran R, BDS
Last updated on 12 Nov 2022 | 01:39 PM(IST)