Calcium is a vital macro-nutrient for the functioning of the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular system. He also participates in the processes of transmission of nerve impulses, blood coagulation. Therefore, in the treatment of almost any disease, calcium gluconate is prescribed - injections of this drug, although they are a supportive therapy, significantly speed the recovery, stimulate the work of internal organs and systems.
Effect of calcium gluconate injections intravenously and intramuscularly
The main pharmacological effects of the described drug:
- hemostatic;
- anti-inflammatory;
- antiallergic.
Calcium gluconate with intramuscular and intravenous injection contributes to the normal formation of bone tissue, proper transmission of nerve impulses, stable operation of the heart, veins, capillaries and arteries. Moreover, the drug is involved in the mechanisms of blood clotting, reduces the permeability of the walls of blood vessels, improves the contractile ability of muscles.
The intravenous route of administration additionally allows to increase the production of adrenaline by the adrenal glands, cause a mild excitation of the sympathetic nervous system, activate the excretory system of the kidneys (diuretic effect).
The positive effect, produced on the walls of blood vessels, causes the use of pricks of calcium gluconate in bronchitis and sinusitis. The drug helps to avoid damage to the capillaries, to prevent even minor bleeding. In addition, the solution helps to reduce swelling of the mucous membranes due to diuretic properties, has some anti-inflammatory (local) effect, speeds up the dilution of the viscous secretion and facilitates its elimination.
Indications for the use of calcium prick gluconate - Vial and its other types
It should immediately be noted that there is no difference between the solutions of the agent under consideration with different prefixes in the name. They only mean the name of the company that produces the medicine.
List of indications for the prescription of calcium gluconate injections:
- hypoparathyroidism;
- toxic liver damage;
- eclampsia;
- hypocalcaemia of various origin;
- nephritis;
- paroxysmal myoplegia in hyperkalemic form;
- parenchymal hepatitis;
- poisoning with oxalic acid, magnesium acid, their water-soluble salts;
- exudative and inflammatory processes in the body for any reason;
- nasal, pulmonary, uterine and gastrointestinal hemorrhages ;
- dermatological diseases.
As an additional support, injections of calcium gluconate are recommended for allergies. Injections of this solution help reduce the severity of manifestations of pathology, reduce swelling of the mucous membranes of the nose and throat, eyes, prevent the development of inflammatory processes - rhinitis, bronchitis or conjunctivitis.
Proper use of calcium gluconate for injections
The daily dosage of the drug is selected individually according to the indications. Usually it is 5 to 10 ml every day or once every 48 hours.
It is important to correctly inject - preheat the solution to the body temperature, then inject the medication very slowly, about 2-3 minutes.
For adults, intravenous injections are preferred, as they are more effective and quicker.
When choosing calcium gluconate for treatment, one should not forget about contraindications:
- renal failure of the severe stage;
- hypersensitivity to the drug;
- hypercalcemia ;
- propensity to form blood clots;
- severe hypercalciuria.
Usually the remedy is well tolerated, the side effects are extremely rare:
- diarrhea;
- bradycardia;
- nausea and vomiting.
Sometimes, with intravenous injection, there may be a short-term slowing of the pulse, a violation of the rhythm of the heart.