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Magnesium sulfate

Magnesium sulfate

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Magnesium sulfate is a mineral which is a kind of nutritional agent (nutritional or metabolic agent).

Dr. Jeffrey Pollard reviewed this

21 year experience in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

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IV magnesium sulfate

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Drowsiness
Flushing
Excessive sweating
Visual changes
Reduced reflexes
Low blood pressure
Change in vision

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Fluid in the lungs

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