About SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE
SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE belongs to a group of medicines called 'nasal decongestants' used to treat sinonasal disease. The sinonasal disease includes chronic rhinosinusitis (Chronic sinusitis occurs when the spaces inside your nose and head (sinuses) are swollen and inflamed for three months or longer, despite treatment), allergic rhinitis (also known as hay fever, is a type of inflammation in the nose which occurs when the immune system overreacts to allergens in the air), and viral upper respiratory infections (common viral infection that affects the nose, throat, and airways).
SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE is a combination of two drugs: Sodium bicarbonate and Sodium chloride. SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE both are sodium salts. Both of the salts work together to provide moisture in the nasal cavity so that the thick mucus softens. This, in turn, helps to clear out the mucus from the nose and relieves the nasal (nose) blockage. This is how it helps in easy breathing and also treats dryness of the nose by providing enough moisture.
In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as ear fullness, burning or stinging of the nasal mucosa, epistaxis (bleeding from the nose). Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
Inform your doctor if you are allergic to SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE. SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE is not recommended for diarrhoea, kidney diseases, heart diseases. SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE should be used with extreme caution in children as the safety and effectiveness in children have not been confirmed. If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE while you are pregnant. It is not known if SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breastfeeding while you use SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby. SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE is also used with caution in pregnancy-associated hypertension. Do not touch the tip of the container, as it may get contaminated.
Uses of SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE
Sinonasal disease.
Medicinal Benefits
SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE is a combination of two drugs: Sodium bicarbonate and Sodium chloride belong to a group of medicines called 'nasal decongestants' used to treat sinonasal disease. SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE both are sodium salts. Both of the salts work together to provide moisture in the nasal cavity so that the thick mucus softens. This, in turn, helps to clear out the mucus from the nose and relieves the nasal (nose) blockage. This is how it helps in easy breathing and also treats dryness of the nose by providing enough moisture. SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE is also used in the treatment of post-operative sinus surgery.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE
- Ear fullness.
- Burning or stinging of the nasal mucosa.
- Epistaxis.
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Inform your doctor if you are allergic to SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE. SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE is not recommended in diarrhoea, kidney diseases, heart diseases. SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE should be used with extreme caution in children safety and effectiveness in children has not been confirmed. If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE while you are pregnant. It is not known if SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby. SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE is also used with caution in pregnancy-associated hypertension. Do not touch the tip of the container as it may get contaminated.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE may have interaction with corticosteroids (prednisolone, dexamethasone), and diuretics (furosemide).
Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid smoking and alcohol it may increase the severity of the infection.
Drug-Disease Interactions: SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE may have interactions with pregnancy-associated hypertension, and liver disease.
Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:
Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionSODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE used caution with alcohol. Because SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE may cause unpleasant effects.
Pregnancy
cautionSODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE should be used with caution in pregnancy. Please consult your doctor before taking SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE.
Breast Feeding
cautionSODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE should be used with caution in breastfeeding mothers. Please consult your doctor before taking SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE.
Driving
cautionIf the SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE causes dizziness, caution should be taken while driving/operating a machine.
Liver
cautionSODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE should be used with caution in liver diseases. Please consult your doctor before taking SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE.
Kidney
cautionSODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE should be used with caution in kidney diseases. Please consult your doctor before taking SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE.
Children
cautionSODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE should be used with caution in children below 12years. Please consult your doctor before taking SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Use a clean humidifier to keep the air moist in your home.
- Get plenty of rest if you have a cold to reduce your risk for complications, like sinusitis.
- Bathe your nasal passages daily.
- Drink lots of water.
- Inhale steam.
- Avoid dry environments.
- Sleep with your head elevated.
- Avoid dairy if you have had previous episodes of sinus infections.
- Also, try to avoid refined sugar as it is pro-inflammatory and increases the production of mucus.
- Other foods to avoid include tomatoes (contain histamines), chocolate, cheese, gluten, and fruits like bananas, which can cause congestion.
Special Advise
- Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE suddenly.
- Tell the doctor if you are using other than SODIUM BICARBONATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Sinonasal disease: the sinonasal disease includes chronic rhinosinusitis (Chronic sinusitis occurs when the spaces inside your nose and head (sinuses) are swollen and inflamed for three months or longer, despite treatment), allergic rhinitis (also known as hay fever, is a type of inflammation in the nose which occurs when the immune system overreacts to allergens in the air), and viral upper respiratory infections (common viral infection that affects the nose, throat, and airways). Symptoms include bloody nose (epistaxis), runny nose (rhinorrhea), bulging eye (exophthalmos/proptosis), double vision (diplopia), nasal obstruction, and nasal infection.
