Urine Alkalizer.pptx

Urine Alkalizer.pptx

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  Urinary Alkalinizers  Itworks by reducing the acidity of the urine.  Bacterial infections of the urinary tract can cause the urine to become more acidic than normal, resulting in painful and burning sensations when passing urine.  they may be used to treat acidosis due to renal failure.  Used for oral or parenteral therapy, sodium bicarbonate is the commonly preferred alkalinizing agent.  These substances are used for treatment and prevention of kidney stones by lowering the
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  Sodium bicarbonate  Sodiumbicarbonate is a salt that breaks down to form sodium and bicarbonate in water. This makes a solution alkaline, meaning it's able to neutralize acid. Mechanism of action  It increases the excretion of free bicarbonate ions in the urine thus effectively raising the urinary pH. By maintaining alkaline urine the actual dissolution of uric acid stones may be accomplished. Indication:  an antacid that neutralizes stomach acid.  It is used to treat heartburn and upset stomach and indigestion  It is used to treat high acid levels in the blood.
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  Side-effect:  Alkalosis  Hypernitraemia Irregular heartbeat  urinating more than usual.  dry mouth;  increased thirst  Gas, Abdominal Bloating Contraindication:  hypernatraemia,  metabolic or respiratory alkalosis,  hypocalcaemia Dose:  Adults and teenagers: At first, four grams is given then 1 to 2 grams in every four hours  Children: The usual dose is 23 to 230 mg/kg/day.