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* It is an anticonvulsant, especially effective in the control of seizures associated with eclampsia. | * It is an anticonvulsant, especially effective in the control of seizures associated with eclampsia. | ||
'''INDICATIONS''' | '''INDICATIONS''' | ||
| − | * Seizures due to [[Pregnancy Induced Hypertension (PIH)|eclampsia]] (toxemia of pregnancy) | + | * Seizures due to [[Pregnancy Induced Hypertension (PIH)|eclampsia]] (toxemia of pregnancy) |
'''CONTRAINDICATIONS''' | '''CONTRAINDICATIONS''' | ||
* Patients with heart block or recent myocardial infarction. | * Patients with heart block or recent myocardial infarction. | ||
Latest revision as of 10:12, 29 October 2025
Section 8 - MEDICATION GUIDELINES
ELECTROLYTES
Magnesium Sulfate
DESCRIPTION
- It is an anticonvulsant, especially effective in the control of seizures associated with eclampsia.
INDICATIONS
- Seizures due to eclampsia (toxemia of pregnancy)
CONTRAINDICATIONS
- Patients with heart block or recent myocardial infarction.
PRECAUTIONS
- May cause hypotension, circulatory collapse, or cardiac and respiratory depression. Calcium Chloride should be available to counteract the untoward effects of Magnesium.
DOSAGE
- Refer to appropriate PRACTICE PARAMETER for specific dosages.
- Refer to Handtevy System infusion instructions for dosage.
