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Magnesium Sulfate Injection Uses Magnesium Sulfate is used to control seizures in pregnancy, to treat low magnesium levels and problems related to kidney conditions (nephritis) in children. Magnesium Sulfate is also used for preventing premature contractions in pregnancy and to treat heart attack and asthma patients. Storage Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture. Overdose If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, slow heartbeat, flushing, decreased alertness, confusion, muscle weakness, and loss of consciousness. How To Use Use exactly as directed by vein (IV) or injection into muscle (IM). Dosage is adjusted according to individual requirements and the response to treatment. Side Effects Unlikely but report: flushing, sweating, muscle weakness, dizziness, drowsiness, muscle weakness, slowed/shallow breathing or other breathing trouble. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. Precautions Before using Magnesium Sulfate, tell your doctor your medical history, including: allergies (especially drug allergies), kidney or heart disease, low blood calcium, myasthenia gravis. Avoid alcohol intake, since the possible drowsiness effect of Magnesium Sulfate may be increased. Caution when performing tasks requiring mental alertness. While magnesium use is safe during pregnancy, continuous IV use near the time of delivery may result in newborn adverse effects. Do not use magnesium during the final two hours before delivery. Magnesium Sulfate is excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. Missed Dose If you miss a dose, consult your doctor or pharmacist. Drug Interactions Tell your doctor of all nonprescription or prescription medication you use, especially of: nerve blocking medicines (e.g., pancuronium). Medications that can increase the drowsiness effect of Magnesium Sulfate include: sedatives, tranquilizers, drugs for sleep, narcotic pain relievers, psychiatric medications (e.g., chlorpromazine), certain antidepressants (e.g., amitriptyline), certain antihistamines, muscle relaxants, anti-seizure medications. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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