Emergency Drugs
Calcium Gluconate 10%
Dose
10 mL IV over 10 min (hyperK cardioprotection); repeat in 5 min if ECG unchanged
Use
Hyperkalaemia with ECG changes, hypocalcaemia, CCB/Mg toxicity, HF emergency.
Monitoring
ECG, Ca level.
Side effects
- • Bradycardia (fast push)
- • Tissue necrosis on extravasation
Always confirm dose against your local formulary / BNF before prescribing.
