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Calcium Chloride
Question | Answer |
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Type | Electrolyte – utilised in both electrical & mechanical actions of the myocardium. |
Presentation | 1g in 10mls (10% solution) – IMS Mini-jet |
Action | Opposes action of high serum Potassium on the myocardium. Onset: IV: Several minutes Duration: 30 - 90 minutes |
Uses | 1. Emergency treatment of Hyperkalaemia 2. Prolonged hypotension, post Magnesium administration, unresponsive to fluid |
Adverse Effects | 1. Tissue necrosis if extravasates from vein 2. Precipitates out in contact with Bicarbonate |
Contraindications | KSAR |
Dose | Adult/Paediatric: 10 mg/kg IV, over 2 minutes Repeat x 1 as required |