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Magnesium is used to treat? |
Seizures,especially in preganant women. |
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Magnesium Sulfate can also be used to treat which arrhythmia? |
Totsades de pointes (Ventricular Tachycardia that can lead to V-Fib) |
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Magnesium Sulfate is also used to treat Hypomagnesemia. What is the normal Magnesium level? |
1.5-2.5 |
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What is the therapeutic level of Magnesium? |
4-8 |
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What are the side effects of Magnesium Sulfate(too much Magnesium)? |
CNS depression Respiratory Depression Decreased DTRs Hypotension Increased bleeding time Drowsiness/Dizziness Confusion Diarrhea |
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Magnesium is also used in preeclampsia to prevent seizures. What findings are common with preeclampsia? |
Proteinuria and Hypertension. |
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Magnesium Sulfate has what effect on preterm labor? |
Tocolytic |
