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Cagluc Indications, Dosage, Storage, Stability - Calcium Gluconate
Cagluc Indications, Dosage, Storage, Stability - Calcium Gluconate
INDICATIONS
Calcium gluconate is used to treat conditions arising from calcium
deficiencies such as hypocalcemic tetany, hypocalcemia
related to hypoparathyrodism and hypocalcemia
due to rapid growth or
pregnancy. It is also used in the treatment of black
widow spider bites to
relieve muscle
cramping and as an adjunct
in the treatment of
rickets, osteomalacia, lead
colic and magnesium sulfate
overdosage. Calcium gluconate has also been employed to decrease
capillary permeability
in allergic conditions,
nonthrombocytopenic purpura and exudative dermatoses such
as dermatitis herpetiformis
and for pruritus of eruptions caused by certain drugs. In
hyperkalemia, calcium
gluconate may aid in antagonizing
the cardiac toxicity
provided the patient
is not receiving digitalis
therapy.
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
Calcium Gluconate should be administered intravenously either directly
or by infusion. The dose
is dependent upon the individual requirements of the patient. Calcium
Gluconate may also be administered by intermittent infusion at a
rate not exceeding 200
mg/mm, or by continuous infusion.
DIRECTIONS FOR DISPENSING FROM 100 mL PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE - NOT
FOR DIRECT INFUSION.
The 100 mL Pharmacy Bulk Package is for use in a Pharmacy Admixture
Service only. The 100 mL Pharmacy Bulk Package should be suspended
(inverted) by its IV hang
label in a laminar
flow hood or biological
safety cabinet. Prior to entering a Pharmacy Bulk Package remove
the flip-off seal and cleanse
the rubber closure with
a suitable antiseptic
agent. Entry into the Pharmacy Bulk Package must be made with a
sterile transfer
set or other sterile dispensing
device and the contents
dispensed in aliquots using aseptic technique. Use of a syringe
needle is not recommended
as it may cause leakage. ANY UNUSED PORTION MUST
BE DISCARDED WITHIN 4 HOURS AFTER INITIAL ENTRY. The date and the
time initially opened should
be recorded in the space
provided on the Pharmacy Bulk Package label.
USUAL DOSAGE:
- Adults: 500 mg
- 2 grams (5-20 mL)
- Children: 200- 500 mg
(2-5 mL)
- Infants: not more than 200 mg
(not more than 2 mL)
HOW SUPPLIED
Calcium Gluconate Injection, USP 10%
- NDC 0517-3910-25 10% 10 mL Single Dose Vials packed in boxes
of 25
- NDC 0517-3950-25 10% 50 mL Single Dose Vials packed in boxes
of 25
- NDC 0517-3900-25 10% 100 mL Pharmacy Bulk Package packed in
boxes of 25
Supersaturated solutions are prone
to precipitation.
NOTE: If crystallization
has occurred, warming in a 60° C water bath
for 15-30 minutes with occasional shaking, may dissolve
the precipitate. Cool to body
temperature before
use. The injection
must be clear at the time
of use. Parenteral drug
products should be inspected visually for particulate
matter and discoloration,
whenever solution and
container permit.
No preservative
added. Unused portion of vial
should be discarded. Use only if solution
is clear and seal intact.
Store at controlled room
temperature 15°-30°
C (59°-86° F). Do not permit to freeze.
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