Sudosafe- EC 500

Sudosafe‑EC 500 has sodium bicarbonate. This is a clinically recognised alkalinising agent which helps neutralise excess acid in the body. This medicine is enteric-coated. Also, the active ingredient bypasses the stomach acid environment. It is released in the intestine which reduces gastric irritation. This is mostly commonly seen with standard sodium bicarbonate tablets.

Composition: Sodium Bicarbonate enteric coated 500mg

How Does Sudosafe- EC 500 Work?

Sodium bicarbonate actually disassociates in the intestine which releases bicarbonate ions. This then increases the pH of body fluids like blood and urine. This helps neutralise excess hydrogen ions and correct metabolic acidosis. This is a disturbance in the body’s acid base balance which is commonly seen in kidney and metabolic conditions.

Benefits and Uses of Sudosafe- EC 500

Sudosafe‑EC 500 is used under medical supervision to:

• Treats metabolic acidosis which are related to CKD, acute renal failure, intense diarrhea, shock and diabetic ketoacidosis.
• Maintains acid-base balance because of bicarbonate shortage, maintaining proper pH.
• Reduces gastrointestinal side effects such as flatulence caused by enteric coating, delaying gastrointestinal absorption.

Disclaimer: It can sometimes be used as an auxiliary treatment in alkalinization of urine based on medical instruction, but non-medical applications must always be medically supervised.

How to Use?

• Always take medicine as it is prescribed by your doctor. Keep in mind not to chew, crush or divide enteric-coated tablets.
• It is mostly taken with or after food to avoid gastrointestinal irritation.
• It must always be taken under the advice of a medical practitioner. It needs electrolyte balance as well as acid-base balance.

Precautions

Prior to taking Sudosafe‑EC 500:

• Tell your doctor if you’ve had any past cardiac conditions, high blood pressure, kidney ailments, swelling or even a salt restricted diet.
  If you have an allergy to sodium bicarbonate then do not have this tablet.
• During pregnancy and lacation, only take this tablet under medical guidance. This is because there are known risks and potential benefits with this medicine.
• While using this drug, check your blood pH and electrolyte levels. That is important during the use of this drug.

Side Effects

These are some of the side effects you may go through with Sudosafe‑EC 500:

• Increased sodium levels in the blood serum
• Fluid accumulation and swelling
• Metabolic alkalosis
• Reduced potassium concentrations
• If you take it wrongly, then gas buildup, bloating or stomach upset.

It’s common to go through serious side effects you take it correctly.

Storage

• Store it in a cool and dry place at temperatures which do not exceed 25 to 30 °C in the original packing.
• Avoid moisture and direct sunlight.
• Out of reach of children.

FAQs

Q – What is Sudosafe EC 500 Tablet used for?

A – This drug is intended for correction of metabolic acidosis and returning blood and urine to physiological pH with bicarbonate that causes minimal irritation of the stomach.

Q – How does Sodium Bicarbonate enteric coated exert its action?

A – Upon disintegration in intestines, bicarbonate ions neutralise excessive acids in blood and urine, thus increasing pH level to normal.

Q – Is Sudosafe‑EC 500 available over-the-counter?

A – No, the medicine has to be prescribed by a doctor. This is because acid-base balance needs regular supervision.

Q – What are the side effects related to the use of this medicine?

A – Electrolyte imbalance, gas formation in the gastrointestinal tract, edema, and disorders of sodium content.

Q – How should I store this drug?

A – At temperatures not exceeding 25 to 30 °C in dry conditions and away from light.