{"product_id":"sodium-bicarbonate-injectable-8-4-for-pets","title":"Sodium Bicarbonate 8.4% (Generic) Solution for Dogs, Horses \u0026 Livestock, 100-mL","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/hordypaw.shop\/cdn\/shop\/files\/rx-map.webp\" class=\"img-responsive\" alt=\"RX MAP\" width=\"700\" data-original=\"https:\/\/shopify-images-bucket.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/rx-map.jpg\" data-files=\"rx-map.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIV Bicarbonate Solution for Metabolic Acidosis in Animals\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSodium Bicarbonate 8.4% Solution is a prescription sterile intravenous solution used by veterinarians to treat metabolic acidosis in dogs, horses, cattle, sheep, and swine. Each 100mL vial contains 8.4 grams of sodium bicarbonate, providing 100 mEq of bicarbonate per 100mL. It works by pushing bicarbonate levels up in the blood, neutralizing excess acid, bringing blood pH back into range, and easing the clinical signs of acidosis. It is given intravenously under direct veterinary supervision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetabolic Acidosis Reversal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brings blood pH back up and clears clinical signs of acidosis from renal failure, diabetes, shock, or lactic acidosis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCardiac Arrest Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used during cardiac arrest to address dangerous acid buildup when the risk of acidosis outweighs the concern for hypernatremia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiarrhea-Related Acidosis:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replenishes bicarbonate lost during severe diarrhea in dogs, horses, and livestock to help restore normal acid-base balance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUrine Alkalinization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Makes the urine more alkaline, which can be helpful in managing certain drug toxicity cases and urinary tract conditions in animals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIV Fluid Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be blended into other intravenous fluids to manage milder or longer-term forms of metabolic acidosis in animals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eActive Ingredients\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSodium Bicarbonate 8.4% (84mg\/mL; 100 mEq\/100mL)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSodium Bicarbonate 8.4% Solution is a prescription-only medication. A valid veterinarian prescription is required to purchase this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease follow your veterinarian's specific instructions for the dosage and administration of this medication for your animal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dosage and administration of this medication must be determined by a licensed veterinarian. Always consult your veterinarian before administering or adjusting any prescription medication for your animal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntravenous Use Only:\u003c\/strong\u003e This solution is only suitable for \u003ca href=\"\/en-hk\/collections\/dog-medication-administration\" title=\"Dog medication administration: best syringes \u0026amp; pill wraps | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Dog medication administration: best syringes \u0026amp; pill wraps | hardypaw\"\u003eintravenous administration\u003c\/a\u003e and should never be given subcutaneously or intramuscularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid With Vomiting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Animals that are actively losing chloride through vomiting or ongoing gastrointestinal suction should not receive this solution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid With Certain Diuretics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Animals on diuretics that cause hypochloremic alkalosis should not receive this solution, as it may make the imbalance worse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid Mixing With Calcium:\u003c\/strong\u003e This solution should not be combined with parenteral fluids containing calcium unless full compatibility has been verified first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaution in Heart and Kidney Disease:\u003c\/strong\u003e Animals with congestive heart failure, severe kidney insufficiency, or sodium-retaining conditions need very careful management on this medication.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFractional Dosing Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e Giving smaller repeated doses with regular lab checks in between helps lower the risk of overdosage and alkalosis developing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-Dose Vial Only:\u003c\/strong\u003e This vial is preservative-free and intended for single use only, so any leftover solution should be discarded straight away.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePossible Side Effects\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetabolic Alkalosis:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pushing the dose too hard can tip the balance into alkalosis, bringing on muscle twitching, irritability, and tetany that need prompt attention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElevated Sodium Levels:\u003c\/strong\u003e Running large volumes in too quickly can push plasma sodium higher, leading to hypernatremia during the acidosis correction process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFluid Overload:\u003c\/strong\u003e Too much intravenous fluid can overload the system, leading to overhydration, congestion, or pulmonary edema in some animals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtravasation Tissue Damage:\u003c\/strong\u003e If the solution leaks outside the vein, the surrounding tissue can develop cellulitis, necrosis, or sloughing from the alkaline exposure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStorage Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStore Between 59-86°F:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep vials at a steady temperature between 15°C and 30°C and make sure the solution does not freeze at any point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo Not Use If Cloudy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check the vial before every use and set it aside if the solution looks hazy, cloudy, or has anything floating in it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOut of Reach:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep this medication somewhere children and untreated animals in the home cannot get to it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eFor generic medications, the product image shown may not reflect the actual item received. Generic medications can vary in size, color, and shape between orders depending on the manufacturer. Additionally, your medication may arrive packaged in a HardyPaw Pharmacy vial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Return\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer ground, express, and priority delivery; see our \u003ca aria-label=\"Shipping policy | hardypaw\" title=\"Shipping policy | hardypaw\" href=\"\/en-hk\/pages\/shipping-policy\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed \u003ca aria-label=\"Refund policy\" title=\"Refund policy\" href=\"\/en-hk\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrescription items are NON-RETURNABLE and NON-REFUNDABLE.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ1: What conditions does sodium bicarbonate 8.4% treat in animals?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sodium Bicarbonate 8.4% is used for metabolic acidosis in dogs, horses, and livestock, covering cases tied to renal disease, uncontrolled diabetes, cardiac arrest, lactic acidosis, and \u003ca href=\"\/en-hk\/collections\/dog-digestive-liver-medications\" title=\"Dog digestive, liver \u0026amp; pancreas medications: support \u0026amp; treatment | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Dog digestive, liver \u0026amp; pancreas medications: support \u0026amp; treatment | hardypaw\"\u003esevere diarrhea\u003c\/a\u003e. It works to bring blood pH back up and get bicarbonate levels back on track.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ2: How is sodium bicarbonate 8.4% solution administered to animals?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e A licensed veterinarian gives this solution directly into the vein, either as a standalone infusion or mixed into compatible intravenous fluids. Giving it any other way, such as under the skin or into muscle, is not safe and can cause serious tissue damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ3: What happens if too much sodium bicarbonate is given to an animal?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Too much of this medication can push the body into metabolic alkalosis, showing up as muscle twitching, irritability, and tetany. Sodium levels may also climb dangerously. Depending on how severe the reaction is, the veterinarian will stop the infusion and support the animal with saline, potassium chloride, or calcium gluconate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ4: Can sodium bicarbonate 8.4% be mixed with calcium-containing IV fluids?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combining this solution with calcium-containing fluids is not recommended unless compatibility has been fully confirmed beforehand. Mixing the two can cause the solution to cloud up or form a precipitate, and anything that looks off should never go into the animal's vein.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ5: What should be checked before administering sodium bicarbonate 8.4% solution?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Take a close look at the vial before use and discard it if anything seems off, such as cloudiness, haziness, or visible particles in the solution. Since this is a preservative-free single-use vial, whatever is left after administration needs to be thrown out right away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClinical Research\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca aria-label=\"Visit a webpage about Https:\/\/www.drugs.com\/vet\/sodium-bicarbonate-8-4-injection.html\" title=\"Https:\/\/www.drugs.com\/vet\/sodium-bicarbonate-8-4-injection.html\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drugs.com\/vet\/sodium-bicarbonate-8-4-injection.html\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.drugs.com\/vet\/sodium-bicarbonate-8-4-injection.html\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca aria-label=\"Visit a webpage about Sodium bicarbonate: medlineplus drug information\" title=\"Sodium bicarbonate: medlineplus drug information\" href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/druginfo\/meds\/a682001.html\"\u003ehttps:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/druginfo\/meds\/a682001.html\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Varies (Generic)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43565163282593,"sku":"81829","price":295.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0593\/2446\/5313\/files\/sodium-bicarbonate-8-4-generic-solution-for-dogs-horses-652.png?v=1778538362","url":"https:\/\/hordypaw.shop\/en-hk\/products\/sodium-bicarbonate-injectable-8-4-for-pets","provider":"HardyPaw","version":"1.0","type":"link"}