Bibonate-Forte Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called alkalinising agents used to correct the acid-alkaline balance in the body. Bibonate-Forte Tablet is used to treat acid indigestion, heartburn, sour stomach, and stomach upset. Bibonate-Forte Tablet may also be prescribed to make the blood or urine less acidic in certain conditions.
Bibonate-Forte Tablet contains ‘Sodium bicarbonate’, which helps neutralise the stomach's acidic pH. Thereby, Bibonate-Forte Tablet helps to provide relief from acidity.
You are advised to take Bibonate-Forte Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. Sometimes, you may experience common side effects such as dry mouth, urinating more than usual, and increased thirst. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
Inform your doctor if you have high blood pressure, kidney, liver or heart disease, if you have recently had bleeding in the stomach or intestine or if you are on a low-salt diet. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding. Bibonate-Forte Tablet should not be given to children unless prescribed by the doctor. Avoid consuming alcohol, as it could elevate the production of stomach acid.