ALKALA T

Administration form:	Tablets for oral intake

Preparation group:	Mineral & trace elements

Active ingredient:	sodium bicarbonate

Composition:	1 tablet contains: 1 g sodium bicarbonate. Other constituents: lactose, cellulose, potato starch, magnesium stearate, sodium saccharine, gum arabic, maltodextrin, peppermint oil.

Indication:	Traditionally used as a mild remedy for heartburn and acid-related stomach disorders.

Characteristics:	Alkala T is a base supplement suitable for restoration of the organism's acid-base-balance. Ideally, this ratio is balanced in humans. Shifts in the acid-base-balance towards acidity are becoming more frequent due to our today's lifestyle and environmental conditions. The first typical signs for hyperacidity in the stomach and intestinal area are heartburn, acid belching, flatulence etc. Subsequently, hyperacidity becomes a typical accompanying symptom of chronic metabolic disorders.

Application:	1 tablet taken 3x daily with some liquid. As a general rule, an interval of one to two hours should be allowed between taking Alkala T and other medicines.

Side effects:	Frequently repletion and eructation. Long term use of Alkala T promotes the development of calcium and magnesium phosphate kidney stones.

Contraindications:	In cases of known hypersensitivity against one of the other constituents, Alkala T should not be administered. In cases of a disturbed acid-base balance (alkalosis), potassium deficiency or during a low-sodium diet, Alkala T must not be administered. In cases of acid burns of the stomach, Alkala T must not be used. Because of its lactose content, this medical product is not suitable for patients suffering from a rare galactose intolerance, a genetic lactase deficiency, or a glucose-galactose malabsorption.

Interactions with other remedies:	Sodium hydrogen carbonate is incompatible with most remedies. The absorption and excretion of weak acids and bases can be influenced through the increasing pH value in the stomach and urine. Functional interactions are possible with gluco- and mineralocorticoids, androgens and diuretics which increase the excretion of potassium.

Precautions:	Due to the variations of clinical studies, this product should not be administered to women during pregnancy or breastfeeding, and to children under 12 years of age. Because of the risk of a rupture of the stomach, Alkala T must not be used in cases of acid burns of the stomach.

How supplied:	Packages of 20/100 tablets, bundles of 10x 100 tablets.

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