Used as an antacid to relieve heartburn and indigestion by neutralizing excess stomach acid. Employed in medical settings for intravenous administration to correct acidosis, a condition involving excessive acidity in the blood. Utilized in dialysis procedures to help regulate pH balance in patients with kidney failure. Acts as a buffering agent in pharmaceutical formulations to maintain stability and efficacy of drugs. Commonly used in oral hygiene products for its mild abrasive and deodorizing properties, helping to reduce plaque and freshen breath. Applied in firefighting as a component in some fire extinguishers, where it releases carbon dioxide to smother small fires. Used in water treatment to adjust pH levels and neutralize acidic water in municipal and industrial systems. Serves as a cleaning agent in household and industrial applications due to its non-toxic and mildly alkaline nature.