Sodium Bicarbonate 84 mg/mL
84 mg/mL
Injection
Metabolic Acidosis Acute Carbohydrate engorgement Severe primary lactic acidosis Severe diarrhea which is often accompanied by a significant loss of Bicarbonate Barbiturate Toxicity
Dose
2.5
mL/kg
Frequency
q24h
Duration
N/A
Sodicarb Vet Injection 8.4% is injected intravenously. In cattle and horses, 200 to 300 ml of 8.4% solution may be given undiluted by rapid infusion using a needle and syringe. Sodicarb Vet Injection 8.4% solution is often added to other intravenous fluids for the less urgent forms of metabolic acidosis. The amount of bicarbonate to be given over a 4 to 8 hour period is approximately 2 to 5 mEq per kg of body weight (2-5 ml/kg body weight) depending upon the severity of the acidosis and clinical condition of the animal.
Sodicarb Vet is a veterinary injection containing Sodium Bicarbonate (84 mg/mL) from Popular.
The recommended dose of Sodicarb Vet in cattle is 2.5 mL/kg, given by intramuscular injection, once daily. Sodicarb Vet Injection 8.4% is injected intravenously. In cattle and horses, 200 to 300 ml of 8.4% solution may be given undiluted by rapid infusion using a needle and syringe. Sodicarb Vet Injection 8.4% solution is often added to other intravenous fluids for the less urgent forms of metabolic acidosis. The amount of bicarbonate to be given over a 4 to 8 hour period is approximately 2 to 5 mEq per kg of body weight (2-5 ml/kg body weight) depending upon the severity of the acidosis and clinical condition of the animal.
Sodicarb Vet is priced at BDT 250.00 for a pack of 100 mL.
Dosing information is provided for reference by qualified veterinary professionals and does not replace clinical judgement. Prices are indicative and may vary by region and retailer.