CARBINJECT INJ 10ML

About

CARBINJECT INJ is an injectable solution, likely containing Sodium Bicarbonate, an alkalinizing agent used to correct metabolic acidosis. It works by increasing plasma bicarbonate concentration, which buffers excess hydrogen ions and raises blood pH. This action is critical in situations where the body's acid-base balance is severely disrupted, such as in severe metabolic acidosis resulting from various medical conditions or certain drug intoxications.

The rapid administration of sodium bicarbonate can quickly restore physiological pH, which is vital for the proper functioning of enzymes and cellular processes. It is also used to alkalinize urine, which can enhance the renal excretion of certain acidic drugs and prevent the formation of some kidney stones. Careful monitoring of arterial blood gases and electrolyte levels is essential during treatment to avoid complications like metabolic alkalosis or electrolyte imbalances.

Uses

• Correction of severe metabolic acidosis.
• Treatment of certain drug intoxications.
• Alkalinization of urine to enhance drug excretion.
• Management of severe diarrhea with bicarbonate loss.

Directions For Use

Administer intravenously slowly as prescribed by a physician. Dosage is based on the patient's acid-base balance, weight, and clinical condition.

Benefits

• Rapidly corrects metabolic acidosis.
• Restores physiological pH balance.
• Enhances renal excretion of acidic drugs.
• Improves cardiac contractility in acidosis.
• Supports treatment of hyperkalemia.
• Useful in certain poisoning cases.

Side Effects

• Metabolic alkalosis
• Hypernatremia
• Hypokalemia
• Fluid overload
• Edema
• Injection site irritation
• Tetany
• Muscle weakness
• Cardiac arrhythmias
• Paradoxical acidosis (rare)
• Cerebral edema (rapid infusion)
• Hypocalcemia

Safety Measures

• Alcohol - No direct interaction with alcohol.
• Pregnancy - Use with caution; monitor electrolyte balance and fluid status closely.
• Breastfeeding - Generally considered safe, but monitor infant for potential electrolyte disturbances.
• Liver - Use with caution in severe liver disease due to potential for fluid retention and electrolyte imbalance.
• Kidney - Use with extreme caution in renal impairment due to high risk of fluid overload and electrolyte disturbances.
• Lung - Use with caution in respiratory acidosis; may worsen CO2 retention and should not be used as primary treatment.

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