Scross 8.4% Injection

Written By Dr. Lipika Khurana, PGDHHM, BDS

Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma, MBA, MBBS

Last updated on 14 Apr 2026 | 04:20 PM (IST)

Scross 8.4% Injection is a medicine used in the treatment of metabolic acidosis, severe diarrhea, acidity, and poisoning. It works by increasing the pH of blood and urine. It also speeds up the removal of toxic substances from the body in certain types of poisoning and helps replenish salt and electrolyte levels.

Genuine

Authenticity Assured

Prescription

required

NPPA Regulated

Show Details

₹31.5 MRP ₹34.59% off

Save more with additional offers

Assured cashback up to ₹300 on minimum payment of ₹300 using Paytm UPI*

Pay with Amazon Pay Balance and get cashback up to Rs. 100 with minimum cashback of Rs. 20

Earn cashback up to Rs. 100 with Amazon Pay Later

Assured cashback up to ₹300 on minimum payment of ₹300 using Paytm UPI*

Pay with Amazon Pay Balance and get cashback up to Rs. 100 with minimum cashback of Rs. 20

Earn cashback up to Rs. 100 with Amazon Pay Later

Get cashback up to ₹500

Get upto Rs.500 Cashback on minimum transaction of Rs.999/- with Mobikwik Wallet.

Get upto Rs.150 Cashback

General Information

Contains

Sodium Bicarbonate (8.4% w/v)

Marketer

Suncure Lifescience Pvt Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C

The content is shown in English

Product introduction

Scross 8.4% Injection is generally administered by a doctor or a nurse. Do not self-administered the injection. To get the most benefit, take this medicine at evenly spaced times and continue using it until your prescription is finished, even if your symptoms disappear after a few days. Take this medicine in dose and duration as advised by your doctor as excess intake of this medicine can disturb the fine balance of electrolytes and can cause unwanted side effects.

This medicine generally safe with little or no side effects. However, in some cases it may cause dry mouth, increased thirst, and frequent urination. If you experience any of this side effect, you should let your doctor know. They may be able to suggest ways to reduce the symptoms.

It is important to consult a doctor before taking this medicine if you are suffering from severe stomach and kidney disease. It is an effective medicine with very little side effects like dry mouth and increased thirst. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

Uses of Scross Injection

Treatment of Severe Diarrhea
Treatment of Metabolic acidosis
Treatment of Drug intoxication

Benefits of Scross Injection

Treatment of Severe Diarrhea
Diarrhea is a condition in which you frequently pass loose, watery stools. This leads to the loss of salts and electrolytes from your body. Scross 8.4% Injection helps in case of severe diarrhea by improving salt and electrolyte levels. Scross 8.4% Injection is given in injection form and thus should be taken under a doctor's supervision.

Treatment of Metabolic acidosis
Metabolic acidosis is a condition in which there is too much acid in the body. Scross 8.4% Injection neutralizes the acid produced in the stomach and thus reduces irritation in the stomach and intestine. This further prevents complications that may arise due to metabolic acidosis such as osteoporosis, kidney damage, weakening of muscles, fatigue etc. It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the most benefit.

Treatment of Drug intoxication
Scross 8.4% Injection helps in the removal of toxic substances from the body in certain types of poisonings by tricyclic antidepressants, toxic alcohols, and salicylates, and other conditions such as hyperkalemia (high potassium level in the body). It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and helps you recover faster.

Side effects of Scross Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Scross

No common side effects seen

How to use Scross Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Scross Injection works

Scross 8.4% Injection is an alkalizer. It works by increasing the pH of blood and urine, thereby correcting metabolic acidosis (high acid levels in the body). It also speeds up the removal of toxic substances from the body in certain types of poisoning. In case of excessive fluid loss (such as in diarrhea), it works by replenishing salt and electrolyte levels.

Quick tips

Ensure Scross 8.4% Injection is given only under strict medical supervision, preferably in a hospital or clinical setting.
Inform your doctor about any kidney, heart, or lung conditions, as Scross 8.4% Injection can affect fluid and electrolyte balance.
Regular monitoring of blood pH and electrolytes is essential during treatment to avoid complications like alkalosis.
Report any signs of muscle twitching, confusion, or breathing difficulty immediately, as these may indicate imbalances.
Do not take calcium or sodium bicarbonate containing antacid with milk or milk products.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Scross 8.4% Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Scross 8.4% Injection during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Scross 8.4% Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Scross 8.4% Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney

UNSAFE

Scross 8.4% Injection is unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided.

Liver

CAUTION

Scross 8.4% Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Scross with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Moderate

Gabapentin (Oral Route)

To take Gabapentin, ensure a gap of at least 2 hours after taking Sodium Bicarbonate. Sodium Bicarbonate may reduce blood levels of Gabapentin.

Moderate

Diethylcarbamazine (Oral Route)

Your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Diethylcarbamazine may increase the metabolism of Sodium Bicarbonate.

Moderate

Lithium carbonate (Oral Route)

Do not consume sodium-containing medicines with Lithium carbonate and Sodium Bicarbonate. Your doctor may monitor your Lithium carbonate levels closely. Lithium carbonate may increase the rate of release of Sodium Bicarbonate in the blood.

Moderate

Mycophenolate mofetil (Oral Route)

Ensure a gap of at least 2 hours between taking Mycophenolate mofetil and Sodium Bicarbonate Your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Sodium Bicarbonate may reduce blood levels of Mycophenolate mofetil.

Moderate

Fosinopril (Oral Route)

Ensure a gap of at least 2 hours between taking Fosinopril and Sodium Bicarbonate. Sodium Bicarbonate may reduce blood levels of Fosinopril.

Frequently asked questions

What is the use of Scross 8.4% Injection?

Scross 8.4% Injection is used to make your blood or urine less acidic. High levels of acid in blood can be caused by diabetes, hepatitis, heart and kidney problems, shock, severe dehydration or diarrhoea, Addison‘s disease, and malnutrition.

Is Scross 8.4% Injection harmful?

Scross 8.4% Injection is safe if used as a medication and as prescribed by the doctor. However, excess of Scross 8.4% Injection can disturb the fine balance of electrolytes (like sodium, potassium, carbonate, etc.) that is needed by the body to function properly. As a result, it can cause unwanted side effects.

In which conditions should Scross 8.4% Injection be avoided?

The use of Scross 8.4% Injection should be avoided in patients who have kidney disease or kidney stones, heart disease, or high blood pressure or high blood pressure due to pregnancy. Additionally, it should also be avoided in patients who have excess sodium in the blood, swelling due to excess fluid, and low levels of potassium or chloride in the blood.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Organic carbonic acids

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

BLOOD RELATED

Action Class

Antacids

Related lab tests

Stool Examination R/M

References

McQuaid KR. Drugs Used in the Treatment of Gastrointestinal Diseases. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 1069.
Sodium bicarbonate. Lane Cove West, New South Wales: Phebra Pty Ltd.; 2007 [revised 18 Sep. 2013]. [Accessed 19 Jun. 2019] (online) Available from:
Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-S198. [Accessed 28 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
Sodium Bicarbonate [Product Information]. Auckland, New Zealand: : AFT Pharmaceuticals Ltd.; 2021. [Accessed 06 Aug. 2023]. (online) Available from:

Want to know more

We provide you with authentic, trustworthy and relevant information

Have issue with the content

Disclaimer

Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.

Marketer details

Name: Suncure Lifescience Pvt Ltd
Address: Plot No. 5138/a, Road No 51, Main Road No.06, Gidc Sachin, Surat - 394230, Gujarat, India

Vendor Details

Country of origin: India

Lab tests offered by us

Why we need a prescription?

Scross 8.4% Injection

Save more with additional offers

General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Scross Injection

Benefits of Scross Injection

Side effects of Scross Injection

How to use Scross Injection

How Scross Injection works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Gabapentin (Oral Route)

Diethylcarbamazine (Oral Route)

Lithium carbonate (Oral Route)

Mycophenolate mofetil (Oral Route)

Fosinopril (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

What is the use of Scross 8.4% Injection?

Is Scross 8.4% Injection harmful?

In which conditions should Scross 8.4% Injection be avoided?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Stool Examination R/M

References

Want to know more

Have issue with the content

Disclaimer

Marketer details

Vendor Details

Lab tests offered by us

Related/Popular tests