Magnista
Composition for Magnista Products
Magnista Products are primarily used for
Seizures in pregnant women with high blood pressure, Decreased magnesium levels in bloodProducts for Magnista
Magnista Injection
vial of 2 ml Injection
MRP₹10
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About Magnista Products
Uses of Magnista Products
Magnesium Sulphate is used in the treatment of seizures in pregnant women with high blood pressure and decreased magnesium levels in blood.
Magnista Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Magnista 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 Magnista 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.
In Depth Information for Magnista Products
This drug can be taken orally for constipation. But for rest of the indication it is usually given by a doctor or a nurse as an injection directly into the vein or muscle.Do not give oral magnesium sulphate to children under 12 years.Antibiotics should be taken either 2 hours prior or 4 hours after taking magnesium sulphate.Do not take magnesium and consult your doctor:
- If you suffer from bleeding disorder, heart block, kidney problems, or breathing problems.
- If you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
- If you are taking medicines acting on nervous system, for heart problems, for high blood pressure.
- If you are going to be given an anesthetic.
Patient Concerns about Magnista Products
Frequently asked questions about Magnista Products
Q. What is Magnista Injection used for?
Magnista 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 Magnista Injection?
Magnista 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 Magnista Injection I should watch out for?
Yes, Magnista 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 Magnista Injection work to control seizures?
Magnista 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 Magnista Injection if I have kidney problems?
Magnista 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.