Magnesium Sulfate (DBL) TM
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Active ingredients: magnesium sulfate
Pack: Magnesium Sulfate (DBL) 2.47 g/5 mL injection, 10 x 5 mL ampoules
Brand name
(ARTG)
: DBL MAGNESIUM SULFATE CONCENTRATED INJECTION 2.47g/5mL injection ampouleConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
INDICATION AS AT 8 JANUARY 2004: Parenteral administration of magnesium is indicated in the treatment of acute hypomagnesaemia. Magnesium salts are also indicated to prevent hypomagnesaemia in patients receiving total parenteral nutrition. Magnesium sulfate is also indicated in the prevention and treatment of life threatening seizures in the treatment of toxemias of pregnancy (pre-eclampsia and eclampsia).
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, concentrated
- Intravenous
- Clear colourless solution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 5 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. This medicine is
- 10 x 2.47g/ 5mL pack
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