G-Mag Sulph 2.5 gm/5 ml (IM/IV Injection)
5 ml ampoule: ৳ 20.00 (1 x 5: ৳ 100.00)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Magnesium sulfate |
| Company | Gonoshasthaya pharma ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
- G-Mag Sulph Injection
Categories
- Medicine
- Medical Supplies
- Pharmaceuticals
Indications
- Treatment of hypomagnesaemia
- Irregular heartbeats
- Laxative
- Anticonvulsant properties
- Bronchial asthma treatment
- Cardiovascular disorder treatment
Composition
- 50% solution of Magnesium Sulphate heptahydrate BP (Mg^2+ approx. 2 mmol/ml), total 2.47gm per 5 ml ampoule
- 4% solution of Magnesium Sulphate heptahydrate BP (Mg^2+ approx. 0.16 mmol/ml), total 4 gm per 100 ml bottle of infusion
Description
- Given initially by intravenous infusion or intramuscular injection
- Used in the prevention or control of seizures associated with acute uremia, hypothyroidism, and eclampsia
- Recommended for emergency treatment of serious arrhythmias
- May aid in the treatment of severe asthma
- Used for hypomagnesaemia and its associated conditions
Pharmacology
- Essential for many enzyme systems
- Plays a role in neurochemical transmission and muscular excitability
Dosage & Administration
- Adult dose: Intramuscular and intravenous administration options
- Usual pediatric dose for specific conditions
- Beneficial in the treatment of moderate to severe asthma in children
Interaction
- May interact with calcium channel blockers, neuromuscular blocking agents, barbiturates, opioids, and aminoglycosides antibiotics
Contraindications
- Contra-indicated in cases of heart block, severe myocardium damage, and significantly decreased kidney function
Side Effects
- Common: hypermagnesaemia symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, flushing, thirst, hypotension, drowsiness, confusion, muscle weakness
- Rare: diarrhea or skin irritation after soaking
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Crosses the placenta
- Caution required during pregnancy and lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Administer with caution to patients with impaired renal function or receiving digitalis glycosides
- Parenteral administration may enhance the effect of neuromuscular blocking agents or central nervous system depressants
Overdose Effects
- Respiratory depression, loss of deep tendon reflexes, nausea, vomiting, flushing, thirst, hypotension, drowsiness, confusion, slurred speech, double vision, bradycardia, muscle weakness
Therapeutic Class
- Specific mineral preparations
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool, dry place away from light and children