| PubChem CID: | 516892 |
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| Chemical Names: | SODIUM BICARBONATE; Sodium hydrogen carbonate; Baking soda; 144-55-8; Bicarbonate of soda; Carbonic acid monosodium salt More... |
| Molecular Formula: | NaHCO3 |
| Drug Information: | Drug Indication Therapeutic Uses Clinical Trials FDA Orange Book FDA UNII |
| Safety Summary: | Laboratory Chemical Safety Summary (LCSS) |
SODIUM BICARBONATE is a white, crystalline powder that is commonly used as a pH buffering agent, an electrolyte replenisher, systemic alkalizer and in topical cleansing solutions.
Sodium Bicarbonate is the monosodium salt of carbonic acid with alkalinizing and electrolyte replacement properties. Upon dissociation, sodium bicarbonate forms sodium and bicarbonate ions. Ion formation increases plasma bicarbonate and buffers excess hydrogen ion concentration, resulting in raised blood pH.
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION: Odorless white crystalline powder or lumps. Slightly alkaline (bitter) taste. pH (of freshly prepared 0.1 molar aqueous solution): 8.3 at 77°F. pH (of saturated solution): 8-9. Non-toxic.
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