Discussions tagged “calcium gluconate”

Calcium gluconate is a medicine given by injection into a vein. It's used to quickly raise calcium levels in your blood if they are too low, or to protect your heart if your potassium levels are too high, or to reverse the effects of too much magnesium in your body. It helps your muscles, nerves, and heart work properly, but I've also heard about some severe side effects. I'm curious about experiences with this drug, especially in emergency situations. I've heard about some serious side effects and complications regarding the administration rate, and would love to hear from anyone who has dealt with this. I'm also curious if anyone else has noticed unusual reactions in patients.