Calcium Gluconate Anhydrous
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What is Calcium Gluconate Anhydrous?
Calcium Gluconate Anhydrous is a pharmaceutical agent used primarily to treat conditions related to low blood calcium levels, including hypocalcemia, hyperkalemia, and as an antidote to magnesium sulfate toxicity. It is administered parenterally and works by replenishing calcium ions essential for muscle, nerve function, and bone strength.Side Effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Constipation
Warnings
- Use cautiously in patients with kidney disease as high doses can lead to magnesium toxicity
- Monitor blood calcium levels regularly in patients receiving therapy
- Should not be administered intravenously alongside cardiac glycosides, such as digoxin, due to risk of arrhythmias
- Infusion rates should be slow to prevent too rapid an increase in calcium levels, which could lead to serious heart problems
- Use caution in patients with a history of kidney stones
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- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Constipation
- Stomach upset
- Dry mouth or a metallic taste
- Low blood pressure (hypotension)
- High blood calcium levels (hypercalcemia)
- Use cautiously in patients with kidney disease as high doses can lead to magnesium toxicity
- Monitor blood calcium levels regularly in patients receiving therapy
- Should not be administered intravenously alongside cardiac glycosides, such as digoxin, due to risk of arrhythmias
- Infusion rates should be slow to prevent too rapid an increase in calcium levels, which could lead to serious heart problems
- Use caution in patients with a history of kidney stones
- May interact with other medications such as other calcium salts, magnesium salts, or certain diuretics; consult a healthcare provider for more information
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Calcium Gluconate Anhydrous 500GM of
What is Calcium Gluconate Anhydrous ?
Calcium Gluconate Anhydrous is a pharmaceutical agent used primarily to treat conditions related to low blood calcium levels, including hypocalcemia, hyperkalemia, and as an antidote to magnesium sulfate toxicity. It is administered parenterally and works by replenishing calcium ions essential for muscle, nerve function, and bone strength.
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