Arm and Hammer Baking Soda

Manufacturer
Church & Dwight Co., Inc.
Effective date
2012-02-02
Label type
HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
Version
6
Source
legacy-cache
Hydrated at
2026-08-02 01:49:41

Label at a glance#

ProductArm and Hammer Baking Soda
Active ingredientSODIUM BICARBONATE
Label structure8 sections

Indications and uses

Antacid Uses relieves: heartburn acid indigestion sour stomach upset stomach due to these symptoms                                                                                                                                                                                                Skin Protectant Uses temporarily protects and helps relieve minor skin irritation and itching due to: poison ivy, oak and sumac...

Dosage and administration

Antacid Directions add 1/2 teaspoon to 1/2 glass (4 fl. oz.) of water every 2 hours, or as directed by physician.  Dissolve completely in water.  Accurately measure 1/2 teaspoon. do not take more than the following amounts in 24 hours: seven 1/2 teaspoons three 1/2 teaspoons if you are over 60 years do not use the maximum dosage for more than 2 weeks. Other information each 1/2 teaspoon contains 616mg sodium      ...

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Full prescribing information#

OTC - ACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

Active ingredient

Sodium Bicarbonate 100%

OTC - PURPOSE SECTION

Purpose

Antacid

Skin Protectant

USES

INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION

Antacid Uses relieves:

  • heartburn
  • acid indigestion
  • sour stomach
  • upset stomach due to these symptoms

                                                                                                                                                                                             

Skin Protectant Uses

  • temporarily protects and helps relieve minor skin irritation and itching due to:
    • poison ivy, oak and sumac
    • insect bites

WARNINGS

WARNINGS SECTION

Antacid Warnings

Ask a doctor before use if you have a sodium-restricted diet.
                                                                                                                                                                                     

Skin Protectant Warnings

When using this product

  • do not get into eyes
  • in some cases, soaking too long may overdry

ASK DOCTOR/PHARMACIST

OTC - ASK DOCTOR/PHARMACIST SECTION

Antacid

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug.  Antacids may interact with certain prescription drugs.

Do not administer to children under age 5.

STOMACH WARNING:  TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, DO NOT TAKE UNTIL POWDER IS COMPLETELY DISSOLVED.  IT IS VERY IMPORTANT NOT TO TAKE THIS PRODUCT WHEN OVERLY FULL FROM FOOD OR DRINK.  Consult a doctor if severe stomach pain occurs after taking this product.

Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms last more than 2 weeks.

                                                                                                                                                                                        


Skin Protectant
Stop use and ask a doctor if
  • condition worsens
  • symptoms last more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION

Antacid Directions
  • add 1/2 teaspoon to 1/2 glass (4 fl. oz.) of water every 2 hours, or as directed by physician.  Dissolve completely in water.  Accurately measure 1/2 teaspoon.
  • do not take more than the following amounts in 24 hours:
    • seven 1/2 teaspoons
    • three 1/2 teaspoons if you are over 60 years
  • do not use the maximum dosage for more than 2 weeks.
Other information
  • each 1/2 teaspoon contains 616mg sodium
                                                                                                                                                                                    


Skin Protectant Directions
Adults and children 2 years of age and older:
For use as a paste
  • add enough water to the sodium bicarbonate to form a paste
  • apply to the affected area of the skin as needed, or as directed by a doctor
  • children under 2 years: ask a doctor              
For use as a soak in the bath
  • dissolve 1 to 2 cups in a tub of warm water
  • soak for 10 to 30 minutes as needed, or as directed by a doctor
  • pat dry (do not rub) to keep a thin layer on the skin
  • children under 2 years: ask a doctor
For use as a compress or wet dressing
  • add sodium bicarbonate to water to make a mixture in a container
  • soak a clean, soft cloth in the mixture
  • apply cloth loosely to affected area for 15-30 minutes
  • repeat as needed or as directed by a doctor
  • discard mixture after each use
  • children under 2 years: ask a doctor

OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

        ARM and HAMMER
THE STANDARD OF PURITY

PURE Baking Soda
America's #1 Trusted Baking Soda Brand

Hundreds of uses like:
Natural Cleaning for Your Whole Kitchen

NET WT. 2 LB. (907g)


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DailyMed Socrata Ingredients#

Ingredient, Type, UNII table
IngredientTypeUNIISPL versionUploaded
SODIUM BICARBONATEACTIVE INGREDIENT8MDF5V39QO6
BICARBONATE IONACTIVE MOIETYHN1ZRA3Q206

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NDC Codes#

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10237-58910237-589-08, 10237-589-01, 10237-589-02, 10237-589-04, 10237-589-13

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SODIUM BICARBONATE8MDF5V39QOACTIB

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