SPL Set ID: 0ab55004-bb63-436d-ad77-cd3796905370
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Sodium Bicarbonate Injection, USP is a sterile, nonpyrogenic, hypertonic solution of sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO 3 ) in water for injection for administration by the intravenous route as an electrolyte replenisher and systemic alkalizer. Solutions are offered in concentrations of 4.2% and 8.4%. See table in HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING section for contents and characteristics. The solution has an approximate pH of 8.0 (7.0 – 8.5). The solutions contain no bacteriostat, antimicrobial agent or added buffer and are intended only for use as a single-dose injection. When smaller doses are required, the unused portion should be discarded with the entire unit. Sodium Bicarbonate, 84 mg is equal to one milliequivalent each of Na + and HCO 3 - . Sodium Bicarbonate, 42 mg is equal to 0.5 milliequivalents each of Na + and HCO 3 - . Sodium Bicarbonate, USP is chemically designated NaHCO 3 , a white crystalline powder soluble in water. Water for Injection, USP is chemically designated H 2 O.