Magnesium Sulfate (MgSO4) Nursing Considerations

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magnesium sulfate

Trade Name

MgSO4

Indication

treatment of hypomagnesaemia, hypertension, preterm labor, torsade de pointes, asthma, anticonvulsant with eclampsia

Action

magnesium plays a role in muscle excitability

Therapeutic Class

mineral and electrolyte replacements/supplements

Pharmacologic Class

minerals/electrolytes

Nursing Considerations

• use caution with renal insufficiency
• may cause decreased respiratory rate, arrythmias, hypotension, muscle weakness
• monitor EKG and respiratory status
• monitor Mg levels
• ensure dosage with secondary practitioner
• Calcium gluconate is the antidote
  • Magnesium toxicity results in respiratory depression and loss of deep tendon reflexes