sodium hydrogen carbonate
Sodium bicarbonate - definition from Biology-Online.org
[(Science: chemical) carbonic acid monosodium salt (CHNaO3). A white, crystalline powder that is used as an electrolyte replenisher and systemic alkaliser. It is applied topically in solution to wash the nose, mouth, or vagina, and as a cleansing enema. pharmacologic action: acid neutralization. uses: Preexisting metabolic acidosis, hyperkalemia, tricyclic or phenobarbital overdose. dose in mEq: 0.3 * (base deficit) * (wt in kg). potential complications: metabolic alkalosis, hypercarbia, hyperosmolar state. note: Since HCO3- does not cross cell membranes and cO2 does, the administration of bicarbonate may actually make tissues more acidotic. chemical name: carbonic acid monosodium salt.
MediLexicon sodium bicarbonate - Medical Dictionary Definition for Term 'sodium bicarbonate'
[1. used as a gastric and systemic antacid, to alkalize urine, and for washes of body cavities.
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