Hypermagnesemia requires prompt intervention to counteract its toxic effects on the heart. This first-line protocol addresses immediate reversal of cardiac toxicity caused by elevated serum magnesium.
The immediate priority is protecting the heart from toxic effects. An intravenous calcium preparation is used as the first-line intervention, providing rapid but transient antagonism of those effects.
The complete protocol specifies the preparation, administration details, and criteria for repeat dosing — all available via the link below.