Citric Acid/Sodium Bicarbonate Dosage

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Usual Adult Dose for Abdominal Pain

Maintenance dose: Dissolve 2 tablets in 4 ounces of water and take by mouth every 4 hours as needed
Maximum dose: 8 tablets in 24 hours
Duration of therapy: Maximum of 2 weeks

Comments:

• Use only as directed.

Use: For the relief of heartburn, acid indigestion, sour stomach, and upset stomach due to these symptoms

Usual Adult Dose for Heartburn

Maintenance dose: Dissolve 2 tablets in 4 ounces of water and take by mouth every 4 hours as needed
Maximum dose: 8 tablets in 24 hours
Duration of therapy: Maximum of 2 weeks

Comments:

• Use only as directed.

Use: For the relief of heartburn, acid indigestion, sour stomach, and upset stomach due to these symptoms

Usual Geriatric Dose for Abdominal Pain

60 years and older:
Maintenance dose: Dissolve 2 tablets in 4 ounces of water and take by mouth every 4 hours as needed
Maximum dose: 4 tablets in 24 hours
Duration of therapy: Maximum of 2 weeks

Comments:

• Use only as directed.

Use: For the relief of heartburn, acid indigestion, sour stomach, and upset stomach due to these symptoms

Usual Geriatric Dose for Heartburn

60 years and older:
Maintenance dose: Dissolve 2 tablets in 4 ounces of water and take by mouth every 4 hours as needed
Maximum dose: 4 tablets in 24 hours
Duration of therapy: Maximum of 2 weeks

Comments:

• Use only as directed.

Use: For the relief of heartburn, acid indigestion, sour stomach, and upset stomach due to these symptoms

Usual Pediatric Dose for Abdominal Pain

12 years and older:
Maintenance dose: Dissolve 2 tablets in 4 ounces of water and take by mouth every 4 hours as needed
Maximum dose: 8 tablets in 24 hours
Duration of therapy: Maximum of 2 weeks

Comments:

• Use only as directed.

Use: For the relief of heartburn, acid indigestion, sour stomach, and upset stomach due to these symptoms

Usual Pediatric Dose for Heartburn

12 years and older:
Maintenance dose: Dissolve 2 tablets in 4 ounces of water and take by mouth every 4 hours as needed
Maximum dose: 8 tablets in 24 hours
Duration of therapy: Maximum of 2 weeks

Comments:

• Use only as directed.

Use: For the relief of heartburn, acid indigestion, sour stomach, and upset stomach due to these symptoms

Renal Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Liver Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Precautions

CONTRAINDICATIONS:

• Hypersensitivity to the active component or any of the ingredients

Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 12 years.

Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.

Dialysis

Data not available

Other Comments

Administration advice:

• Fully dissolve tablets in 4 ounces of water before drinking.

Storage requirements:

• Store at room temperature.
• Avoid excessive heat.

General:

• Do not use if there is hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.

Patient advise:

• If patient has taken the maximum dose for 2 weeks, stop use and ask a healthcare provider.
• If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

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