Corrects Acid-Base Balance
As blood passes through the dialyzer, bicarbonate moves from the dialysate into the blood — gradually correcting the chronic acidosis that builds up between sessions.
Commonly known as Bicarts in dialysis units across Kenya. A 720G bicarbonate powder cartridge used to prepare the alkaline dialysate component during hemodialysis. Consistently formulated, moisture-protected, batch-traceable.
Bicarbonate concentration directly affects the patient's acid-base correction during dialysis. Inconsistent powder weight, particle size or moisture content changes the final concentration — which then changes the therapy actually delivered. Consistent formulation from a trusted source means every session runs as your nephrologist prescribed.
Most dialysis patients have metabolic acidosis — their blood is more acidic than it should be. The bicarbonate component of the dialysate corrects this during each session.
As blood passes through the dialyzer, bicarbonate moves from the dialysate into the blood — gradually correcting the chronic acidosis that builds up between sessions.
The 720G cartridge supplies the bicarbonate side of the two-component dialysate system (the other being the acid concentrate, e.g. Acid Concentrate 5L).
Bicarbonate solution is unstable when stored. Cartridge-based mixing means fresh concentrate is prepared for each session — no waiting around or bacterial growth risk.
A high-level overview of how bicarbonate cartridges integrate into a hemodialysis session. Follow your facility's SOP for the exact procedure.
The sealed 720G cartridge is loaded into the bicarbonate port of the hemodialysis machine, following the machine manufacturer's instructions.
As treatment-grade water flows through the cartridge, the bicarbonate powder dissolves, and the machine proportions it against the acid concentrate to form the final dialysate.
The patient receives dialysate at the bicarbonate concentration prescribed by their nephrologist — typically between 32 and 35 mmol/L depending on clinical need.
Bicarbonate cartridges are single-session use. After treatment, the spent cartridge is disposed of according to your facility's clinical waste policy.
| Product Name | Solucart Bicarbonate 720G |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Bicarts |
| SKU | SOLU-720 |
| Category | Dialysis Consumables |
| Form | Powder cartridge |
| Weight | 720 g |
| Application | Hemodialysis bicarbonate concentrate |
| Compatibility | Standard 720G bicarbonate cartridge port — Fresenius, Nipro, B. Braun, Nikkiso |
| Storage | Cool, dry, sealed — protect from moisture |
| Shelf Life | As labelled on cartridge packaging |
| Unit of Measure | Cartridge |
| Availability | In Stock — Nationwide delivery |
| Bulk Pricing | Available for 200+ cartridges |
Bicarbonate powder absorbs moisture from the air. Do not open or puncture the seal before loading the cartridge into the machine.
Avoid storage rooms with high humidity. Keep away from direct water exposure and areas prone to condensation.
Bicarbonate cartridges have a defined shelf life — inspect the date on the packaging before every session.
Follow the manufacturer's stacking guidance. Over-stacking can compress cartridges and damage seals before use.
Solucart Bicarbonate 720G is a bicarbonate powder cartridge used to prepare the bicarbonate dialysate component during hemodialysis. When fitted into the machine's bicarbonate port, the powder dissolves into solution as dialysate flows through, providing the alkaline buffer that corrects metabolic acidosis in dialysis patients.
The 720G cartridge is a standard size used across most modern hemodialysis machines in Kenya, including Fresenius, Nipro, B. Braun and Nikkiso systems with a bicarbonate cartridge port. If your machine uses a different cartridge size or a jug-based system, contact us — we can source the appropriate format.
Store in a cool, dry environment, in the original sealed packaging. Bicarbonate powder absorbs moisture — once a cartridge is opened or fitted, use it in that session. Do not use cartridges with damaged seals or past the labelled expiry date.
Bicarbonate directly controls the patient's acid-base balance during dialysis. Inconsistent powder weight, particle size, or moisture content changes the final bicarbonate concentration in the dialysate — which changes the therapy actually delivered. Consistent formulation from a trusted manufacturer means every session runs as prescribed.
Yes, Ksh 450 is per cartridge (720G). Institutional bulk orders receive tiered pricing — contact us for quantities above 200 cartridges.
Yes. For high-volume dialysis centres we arrange scheduled recurring deliveries aligned to your consumption rate — so you never run out mid-cycle and never over-stock. Contact us to set this up.
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