Calcium Gluconate Infiltration Treatment
Calcium gluconate infiltration is the intravenous administration of a liquid prescription medication that contains the mineral calcium and a glucose-type substance. Doctors use calcium gluconate infiltration to treat diseases or disorders associated with deficiencies of calcium.
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Function
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Calcium gluconate infiltrations supplement your body's supply of calcium that is obtained from foods. Calcium is needed for the proper functioning of your bones, nervous system and all of your muscles, including your heart muscle.
Types of Conditions
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Conditions treated with calcium gluconate include tetany, calcium shortages due to hypoparathyroidism, deficiencies commonly caused by growing in children or pregnancy, and rickets. In addition calcium gluconate is sometimes used to treat poisoning from lead or the bite of a black widow spider, overdose of magnesium sulfate, too much potassium in your blood, and some allergic conditions.
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Time Frame
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Calcium gluconate infiltration is safe only if performed slowly. Doctors typically administer the treatment at a rate of 200 mg of medication per minute, according to rxlist.com.
Risks
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Side effects of calcium gluconate infiltrations include tingling sensations, hot flashes and a chalky taste in your mouth. Administered too rapidly, calcium gluconate can cause arrhythmia, drops in blood pressure and cardiac arrests, according to rxlist.com.
Considerations
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If you are taking glycosides for your heart, a caclium gluconate infiltration poses a risk for dangerous arrhythmia or irregular heart rhythm. It may not be safe for you to take calcium gluconate if you have a history of kidney dysfunction or disease, warns rxlist.com.
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