Description
CAS : 299-28-5
Molecular Formula : C12H22CaO14
Molecular Weight : 430.373
Product Description :
Calcium gluconate is a mineral supplement.It is the form of calcium most widely used in the treatment of hypocalcemia. It is also used to counteract an overdose of magnesium sulfate, which is often administered to pregnant women in order to prophylactically prevent seizures (as in patient experiencing preeclampsia). Gel preparations of calcium gluconate are used to treat hydrofluoric acid burns. Calcium gluconate is also used as a cardioprotective agent in hyperkalemia.