Magnesium Sulphate
Magnesium Sulphate Products are primarily used for
Seizures in pregnant women with high blood pressure, Decreased magnesium levels in blood
About Magnesium Sulphate Products
Uses of Magnesium Sulphate Products
Magnesium Sulphate is used in the treatment of seizures in pregnant women with high blood pressure and decreased magnesium levels in blood.
Magnesium Sulphate Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Magnesium Sulphate are Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), Sweating, Feeling thirsty, Metabolism disorders, Nutritional disorders, Electrolyte imbalance.
How Magnesium Sulphate Products work
Magnesium sulphate is a mineral salt. It is a micronutrient. It has anti-inflammatory and laxative properties. Magnesium sulphate replaces magnesium in patients with magnesium deficiency and at site of edema in case of injuries. It decreases nerve impulses to heart muscles. In the intestine magnesium sulphate helps to retain water inside the colon, increasing the mobility and helps in evacuation of bowel.
Patient Concerns about Magnesium Sulphate Products
Frequently asked questions about Magnesium Sulphate Products
Frequently asked questions about Magnesium Sulphate
Q. What is Magnesium Sulphate 0.25% Injection used for?
Magnesium Sulphate 0.25% Injection is used to treat serious conditions such as convulsions (seizures) caused by pre-eclampsia, and eclampsia during pregnancy, and to control seizures associated with acute nephritis in children. It is also used to treat low magnesium levels (hypomagnesemia), uterine tetany (prolonged, strong, and sustained contraction of the uterus), and premature labor.
Q. Who should not use Magnesium Sulphate 0.25% Injection?
Magnesium Sulphate 0.25% Injection should not be given to patients with heart block, severe heart conditions, or those with serious kidney impairment. It should also be avoided in pregnant women in the two hours before delivery.
Q. Are there any serious side effects of Magnesium Sulphate 0.25% Injection I should watch out for?
Yes, Magnesium Sulphate 0.25% Injection can cause serious side effects such as low blood pressure, respiratory depression, and cardiac arrest. If you experience extreme weakness, difficulty breathing, or severe changes in your heart rate, contact your doctor immediately.
Q. How does Magnesium Sulphate 0.25% Injection work to control seizures?
Magnesium Sulphate 0.25% Injection works by blocking neuromuscular transmission and reducing the amount of acetylcholine released by nerves, which helps prevent and control seizures. It also has a calming effect on the central nervous system.
Q. Can I use Magnesium Sulphate 0.25% Injection if I have kidney problems?
Magnesium Sulphate 0.25% Injection should be used cautiously in people with kidney problems, as the medicine is excreted by the kidneys. If you have renal impairment, your doctor may adjust the dosage or closely monitor your kidney function while you are using this medication.
Products for Magnesium Sulphate
Magnesium Sulphate 0.25% Injection
vial of 2 ml Injection
MRP
₹7.17
Not Available
Substitute brands for Magnesium Sulphate
1 Product