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Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection

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Product introduction

Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection is a medicine used in the treatment of metabolic acidosis, severe diarrhea, acidity, and poisoning. It works by increasing the pH of blood and urine. It also speeds up the removal of toxic substances from the body in certain types of poisoning and helps replenish salt and electrolyte levels.

Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection is generally administered by a doctor or a nurse. Do not self-administered the injection. To get the most benefit, take this medicine at evenly spaced times and continue using it until your prescription is finished, even if your symptoms disappear after a few days. Take this medicine in dose and duration as advised by your doctor as excess intake of this medicine can disturb the fine balance of electrolytes and can cause unwanted side effects.

This medicine generally safe with little or no side effects. However, in some cases it may cause dry mouth, increased thirst, and frequent urination. If you experience any of this side effect, you should let your doctor know. They may be able to suggest ways to reduce the symptoms.

It is important to consult a doctor before taking this medicine if you are suffering from severe stomach and kidney disease. It is an effective medicine with very little side effects like dry mouth and increased thirst. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

Uses of Biogen Injection

Benefits of Biogen Injection

In Treatment of Metabolic acidosis

Metabolic acidosis is a condition in which there is too much acid in the body. Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection neutralizes the acid produced in the stomach and thus reduces irritation in the stomach and intestine. This further prevents complications that may arise due to metabolic acidosis such as osteoporosis, kidney damage, weakening of muscles, fatigue etc. It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the most benefit.

In Treatment of Drug intoxication

Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection helps in the removal of toxic substances from the body in certain types of poisonings by tricyclic antidepressants, toxic alcohols, and salicylates, and other conditions such as hyperkalemia (high potassium level in the body). It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and helps you recover faster.

In Treatment of Severe Diarrhea

Diarrhea is a condition in which you frequently pass loose, watery stools. This leads to the loss of salts and electrolytes from your body. Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection helps in case of severe diarrhea by improving salt and electrolyte levels. Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection is given in injection form and thus should be taken under a doctor's supervision.

Side effects of Biogen Injection

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

Common side effects of Biogen

  • No common side effects seen

How to use Biogen Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Biogen Injection works

Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection is an alkalizer. It works by increasing the pH of blood and urine, thereby correcting metabolic acidosis (high acid levels in the body). It also speeds up the removal of toxic substances from the body in certain types of poisoning. In case of excessive fluid loss (such as in diarrhea), it works by replenishing salt and electrolyte levels.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Biogen Injection?

If you miss a dose of Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection, 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.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection
₹10.8/Injection
Lifecare Sodium Bicarbonate Injection
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Fact Box

Chemical Class
Organic Carbonic Acids
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
BLOOD RELATED
Action Class
Antacids

Patient concerns

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I have been diagnosed for ostro arthritis and advised tab SAMMY 400MG . Is it a painkiller ?
Dr. Pushkar Mani
Physician
no its a metabolic drugu keep taking and refer to good orthopedic
Metabolic disorder resulted in complete ED
Dr. Saurav Arora
Homeopathy
Dear sir for the time being you can take Lycopodium 30, 04 drops in half cup water thrice daily for a month, but as this case is chronic you need to visit a homeopath so that he can examination and discuss your case in detail, get some investigations and guide you accordingly. For Do?s and Don?ts while taking homeopathic medicines visit www.arorasclinic.com/homeopathy
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FAQs

What is the use of Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection?

Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection is used to make your blood or urine less acidic. High levels of acid in blood can be caused by diabetes, hepatitis, heart and kidney problems, shock, severe dehydration or diarrhoea, Addison‘s disease, and malnutrition.

Is Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection harmful?

Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection is safe if used as a medication and as prescribed by the doctor. However, excess of Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection can disturb the fine balance of electrolytes (like sodium, potassium, carbonate, etc.) that is needed by the body to function properly. As a result, it can cause unwanted side effects.

In which conditions should Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection be avoided?

The use of Biogen Sodium Bi-Carbonate Injection should be avoided in patients who have kidney disease or kidney stones, heart disease, or high blood pressure or high blood pressure due to pregnancy. Additionally, it should also be avoided in patients who have excess sodium in the blood, swelling due to excess fluid, and low levels of potassium or chloride in the blood.
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Name: Biogen Serums Pvt Ltd
Address: R6 Sector, A 104, Life Republic Marunji, Hinjewadi - 411057
Country of origin: India

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