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Review
. 1997 Mar;15(2):182-7.
doi: 10.1016/s0735-6757(97)90098-x.

Magnesium sulfate therapy in certain emergency conditions

M A Frakes  1 , L E Richardson 2nd
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Review

Magnesium sulfate therapy in certain emergency conditions

M A Frakes et al. Am J Emerg Med. 1997 Mar.

Abstract

Intravenous magnesium has been suggested as a treatment for certain emergency conditions for more than 60 years. It is currently proposed to be beneficial in treating asthma, preeclampsia, eclampsia, myocardial infarction, and cardiac arrhythmias. The use and efficacy of the drug, however, are controversial. This article discusses the current state of magnesium sulfate research and therapy.

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