Calcium Gluconate is used for: Postmenopausal osteoporosis; Osteoporosis; Hypoparathyroidism; Latent tetany; Rickets; Osteomalacia; Hyperkalemia; Hypocalcemia; Magnesium sulfate overdose.
Recorded in the NepalDoc medicine catalog for Calcium Gluconate.
Calcium gluconate injection is indicated for pediatric and adult patients for the treatment of acute symptomatic hypocalcemia.
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Calcium Gluconate. Full label: DailyMed.
Calcium gluconate injection is indicated for pediatric and adult patients for the treatment of acute symptomatic hypocalcemia.
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Calcium Gluconate. Full label: DailyMed.
Contains 100 mg of calcium gluconate per mL which contains 9.3 mg (0.465 mEq) of elemental calcium. Administer intravenously (bolus or continuous infusion) via a secure intravenous line. See Full Prescribing Information (FPI) for dilution instructions, administration rates and appropriate monitoring.
Directions from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Calcium Gluconate — your doctor or pharmacist may advise differently.
Calcium gluconate injection is contraindicated in: Hypercalcemia. Neonates (28 days of age or younger) receiving ceftriaxone. Neonates (28 days of age or younger) receiving ceftriaxone.
Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Calcium Gluconate. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.
Arrhythmias with Concomitant Cardiac Glycoside Use: If concomitant therapy is necessary, calcium gluconate injection should be given slowly in small amounts and close ECG monitoring is recommended. End-Organ Damage due to Intravascular Ceftriaxone-Calcium Precipitates: Concurrent use of intravenous ceftriaxone may cause life-threatening precipitates. Cases of fatal outcomes in neonates have occurred. Tissue Necrosis and Calcinosis: Calcinosis cutis can occur with or without extravasation of calcium gluconate injection. Tissue necrosis, ulceration and secondary infection are the most serious complications.
Warnings and precautions excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Calcium Gluconate — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.
The following serious adverse reactions are also described elsewhere in the labeling: Arrhythmias with Concomitant Cardiac Glycoside Use End-Organ Damage due to Intravascular Ceftriaxone-Calcium Precipitates Tissue Necrosis and Calcinosis Hypotension, Bradycardia and Cardiac Arrhythmias Aluminum toxicity The following adverse reactions associated with the use of calcium gluconate were identified in the literature.
Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Calcium Gluconate — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor about side effects.
3 brands · 2 makers in the NepalDoc catalog — see the full Calcium Gluconate guide →
Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F).
Storage information from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Calcium Gluconate.
What is Calcium?
Calcium 250mg Tablet is a Calcium Gluconate medicine made by Novartis India Ltd. It comes as 250mg Tablet.
What is Calcium used for?
Calcium Gluconate is used for Postmenopausal osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, Hypoparathyroidism, Latent tetany, Rickets, Osteomalacia, Hyperkalemia, Hypocalcemia, Magnesium sulfate overdose.
What is the generic name of Calcium?
The generic name of Calcium is Calcium Gluconate.
Which brands of Calcium Gluconate are available in Nepal?
3 brands of Calcium Gluconate are listed in the NepalDoc catalog, from 2 makers — including Calcium 10ml Injection, Calcium 500mg Tablet.
What are the side effects of Calcium Gluconate?
The following serious adverse reactions are also described elsewhere in the labeling: Arrhythmias with Concomitant Cardiac Glycoside Use End-Organ Damage due to Intravascular Ceftriaxone-Calcium Precipitates Tissue Necrosis and Calcinosis Hypotension, Bradycardia and Cardiac Arrhythmias Aluminum toxicity The following adverse reactions associated with the use of calcium gluconate were identified in the literature.
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