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Outside NA: 001-209-417-3722
FOR EMERGENCIES ONLY

Can calcium gluconate or calcium chloride be used when treating hyperkalemic cardiac toxicity during an MH crisis?

Either calcium gluconate or calcium chloride can be used to treat life-threatening hyperkalemia. Gluconate (10-50 mg/kg) is less potent, but is less irritating to peripheral veins. The higher potency calcium chloride (4-10 mg/kg) is more appropriate for the acute situation.

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  • Management of MH Susceptible Patients
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