৳ 13/unit
Pack: ৳ 130
৳ 13/unit
Pack: ৳ 130
At a glance
Calcium Gluconate is a calcium salt used in the treatment of hypocalcemia (calcium deficiency), hypoparathyroidism, vitamin D deficiency, osteoporosis, and severe hypocalcemic tetany. It helps maintain normal nerve, muscle, and cardiac function.
Indications
- Severe hypocalcemic tetany
- Hypoparathyroidism
- Vitamin D deficiency
- Osteoporosis
- Extreme hypercalcemia
- Calcium deficiency states and dietary supplement
- Fluoride or lead poisoning
- Neonatal tetany
Pharmacology
Calcium Gluconate is used to prevent or treat negative calcium balance. It helps facilitate nerve and muscle performance as well as normal cardiac function. Calcium is essential for bone mineralization, nerve impulse conduction, and muscle contraction.
Dosage
Adults (IM): 1-2 ampoules (Calcium Gluconate) daily or every alternate day, deep intramuscular injection into the gluteus medius muscle (using a long needle).
Children: Half the adult dose. IM route is not recommended for children.
Acute hypocalcemia: 10-20 mL (2.32-4.64 mmol)/kg body weight.
Fluoride or lead poisoning: 0.3 mL/kg body weight.
Neonatal tetany: 0.3 (0.7 mmol)/kg body weight.
Note: This injection should be administered by a healthcare professional only.
Side effects
If administered too rapidly: Nausea, vomiting, hot flushes, sweating, hypotension, and vasomotor collapse (possibly fatal).
Injection site inflammation may occur.
Use in pregnancy
May be unsafe during pregnancy (Category C). Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the fetus (teratogenic/embryocidal); no controlled human studies available. Use only if potential benefit justifies potential risk to the fetus.
Pregnancy Category: C — always consult a doctor before taking during pregnancy.
Precautions & warnings
- Avoid rapid administration (may cause serious side effects).
- Caution in impaired renal function, cardiac disease, hypercalcemia-associated diseases (e.g., sarcoidosis), and other malignancies.
- Caution during pregnancy.
- Do not use in patients receiving cardiac glycosides (digitalis).
Overdose effects
Overdose symptoms: Hypercalcemia, nausea, vomiting, constipation, abdominal pain, muscle weakness, mental disturbances. Consult your doctor immediately if overdose is suspected.
Storage conditions
Store below 30°C, away from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.